Ever feel like life gets a little too busy, too noisy, and too much? You’re not alone.

Inspired by the idea of a Dopamine Menu — a list of simple, joy-boosting activities — I’ve been thinking about how powerful it can be to intentionally choose the things that make us feel good, light, and deeply connected.

And at Susie in the Black, we believe you can turn even the tiniest moments into beautiful celebrations of life.

Here’s a peek at my personal Happiness Menu — and a few ideas you can borrow or make your own:

Whip up a gorgeous appetizer or side dish using fresh ingredients, a sprinkle of special seasoning, and serve it up on a pretty platter. It’s not about perfection — it’s about love on a plate.
Create a beautiful tablescape — light a candle, lay out a Geometry towel or a Swedish dishcloth, pull out your happy bowls. Make your everyday table feel like a celebration.
Give a gift to a friend — maybe a berry box filled with fresh herbs, a handmade bracelet from the Stack Your Story Bracelet Bar, or a bag of gourmet snacks. Sharing is the ultimate dopamine booster!
Cook a wonderful dinner — with easy-to-love tools like enamel cookware, a Finamill for fresh seasoning, and a bright Geometry towel over your shoulder. Functional can still feel fabulous.
Surround yourself with products that feel good to use — and know that by shopping local, you’re also supporting your community. That’s double the joy.
Build a bracelet that empowers you — stack the words you need to hear. “Loved.” “Brave.” “Joyful.” Wear your story like a crown.

Make a ‘YOU Gift’ — a You-Only Gift! Whether it’s a new kitchen tool, a cozy NEW SQUISHMALLOW 😂🤗, or a handpicked stack of bracelets, celebrate yourself, just because.

And speaking of feel-good things, we’re thrilled to introduce a few fashionable, delicious, and dopamine-boosting products that just arrived at bbQ & MORE!

Add a pop of happy to your day with an Alani energy drink or a Poppi prebiotic soda (both stylish and packed with benefits).

Satisfy your sweet tooth while fueling your body with our new brownie bars — 19 grams of protein and 5 grams of collagen in every decadent bite!

Treat yourself to our ethically sourced, gorgeous bonbons, almost too pretty to eat (almost!).

And the Stellar pretzels — crunchy, craveable, and crafted with simple ingredients.

These are the kinds of small, joyful choices that feed your body, your spirit, and your happiness — all in one beautiful bite.

And alongside these joyful little rituals.I also do the deeper work — I meditate, I write in my journal, and I move my body with regular exercise.

I try to lead everything I do with love and light, understanding that everything isn’t always going to be perfect or go exactly the way I thought it would.

But when I keep love and light in my heart, I trust that it radiates out and comes back in ways more beautiful than I ever could have planned.

Your happiness menu doesn’t have to be extravagant.

It just needs to be yours. Filled with little rituals and beautiful things that lift your heart and spark your spirit.

So today — what will you add to your Dopamine Happiness Menu?

Maybe it starts with setting the table a little prettier, cooking dinner with a little more sparkle, sipping something delicious, giving a little gift, or simply wearing your story on your wrist.

Whatever you choose, make it your own… and make it beautiful.

Bloom and grow,

💕✨Susie

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