Happiness Spells

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what your hands have done today Jan 04, 2026

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Turning the faucet. Cracking the egg. Peeling the orange. Holding the cup with both hands. Everything your hands did today, without you noticing.

Happiness Spells is a five-minute list of good things. Small moments, specific and sensory. Listen with headphones on.

Written, recorded, and produced by Amanda Meyncke in Southern Oregon. Music by Chris Zabriskie, used under a CC license.

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the pleasure of anticipating something Dec 22, 2025

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The week before a trip. The tracking page. The hour before guests arrive. Sometimes the waiting is its own kind of sweetness.

Happiness Spells is a five-minute list of good things. Small moments, specific and sensory. Listen with headphones on.

Written, recorded, and produced by Amanda Meyncke in Southern Oregon. Music by Chris Zabriskie, used under a CC license.

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small rooms, warm light Dec 18, 2025

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The booth at the back of the bar. The car with the heat on. The kitchen late at night. The tent in the rain. Small spaces that hold you when the world feels too big.

Happiness Spells is a five-minute list of good things. Small moments, specific and sensory. Listen with headphones on.

Written, recorded, and produced by Amanda Meyncke in Southern Oregon. Music by Chris Zabriskie, used under a CC license.

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the longest night, and then the light returns Dec 15, 2025

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The winter solstice. The dark coming early, the candles, the weight of blankets, the cold air on your face. And somewhere in there, the world beginning its slow turn back toward the light.
Happiness Spells is a five-minute list of good things. Small moments, specific and sensory. Listen with headphones on.

Written, recorded, and produced by Amanda Meyncke in Southern Oregon. Music by Chris Zabriskie, used under a CC license.

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Travel Joys: A Journey to the Greek Islands Oct 19, 2024

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Travel Joys are a cozy patchwork of small, beautiful experiences that remind us why we love to wander.

Let's take a little trip together, shall we? Close your eyes and we're on our way to a tiny Greek island. Maybe you've been here before, or maybe you've only imagined it. Either way, let's get lost together for a while.

Happiness Spells is a unique audio experience designed to evoke positive emotions and provide a sense of calm and well-being. It's a five-minute compilation of various joyful and meaningful moments, accompanied by gentle music. From serious to lighthearted, and it aims to evoke personal connections, bringing a sense of joy and tranquility to the listener.

By using headphones and immersing yourself in the experience, you can appreciate the beauty and joy in everyday moments. This short, soothing audio experience can serve as a form of self-care, fostering mindfulness and promoting an overall sense of well-being.