Every day I wash, cook, clean and look after my pets. Every day I water the garden and tend to my plants. Every day I do some form of recreation: read, write, watch TV, do a crossword, or play a computer game. Some days I do DIY or home repairs. Some days I go for a walk, other days I exercise at home. Every week, I visit my daughter and granddaughter. I regularly meditate or practice quiet time. I enjoy silence.

These are my habits. This is my life. These daily rituals make me who I am. My life is not glamorous, it isn’t exciting. I’m not an intrepid explorer, jetting off to exotic locations. But I’m happy and content with my lot. Being happy isn’t about getting more, it’s about savouring what you have, and I think I’ve learned that art. Inside my head is a happy and content place.