happiness looks different for everyone, it doesn't always mean going out, being around everyone, or trying to keep up with everything. for me, it's just me staying at home and choosing peace. it's me minding my own business, stepping away from noise, and not forcing myself to be everywhere all the time. it's me saying no to the things that drain me, and not feeling guilty about it. it's doing what feels right for me, even if no one else understands it. some days, happiness is just me being in my own space, breathing a little easier, and letting myself rest. because at the end of the day, i don't have to prove anything to anyone. i don't need to show up everywhere just to feel seen or understood. sometimes the best thing i can do is protect my peace, focus on my own life, and let go of the pressure to keep up. it's okay for me to grow quietly, to heal in my own time, and to choose the kind of calm that makes me feel safe again. sometimes, that's where my real happiness begins.