Never Save.

Never save joys for later. New joys will come when old ones expire. Don't miss what is left before you by hiding it in a box under your bed. It may turn to dust. Some form of light is available in every day. We are ungrateful and self-punishing when we don't seize that light.

Here are some ideas to consider:

• Wear the jewelry. I used to be afraid to wear the ring my parents gave me when I finished grad school. I was so afraid of breaking or losing the ring, so I kept it in its box for years. Now, I wear it often, right alongside my costume jewelry rings. Even if something bad does happen, a little time of actually wearing it is better than a long time of keeping it in the box.
• Don't save costume jewelry for special occasions. Wear your favorite necklace with jeans.
• Use your best dishes on ordinary days. I have a beautifully painted set of dessert plates, and I eat sandwiches off them.
• Don't save the most delicious book. Dive in now and then find another book for vacation.
• Don't stop using your favorite eyeshadow because you hit the pan. Keep enjoying it; you'll find a new favorite when the shadow is gone.
• Don't reserve clothes and shoes for work. I was awful about doing this. Enjoy them whenever you can.
• Go ahead and eat the piece of chocolate. Your future self will find her own.
• Don't save a beautiful journal for pristine, brilliant thoughts. Your thoughts are beautiful now.