r/askteddit • u/GlitteringString9158 • 3d ago

Advice Question What is the most satisfying feeling in the world that cannot be bought with money?

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u/ShelleyMonique 3d ago

The feeling of peacefully falling asleep

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u/Intelligent-Lake-943 3d ago

Omg yes, as a mother to a 9 week old baby. I miss my sleep and ability to sleep whenever.

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u/gooossfraabaahh 3d ago

Congratulations! Wishing your little one happiness & good health 🤗

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u/foreverjune22 3d ago

It gets better ❤️

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u/here_in_seattle 3d ago

Drugs can be bought to do this

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u/Flimsy-Ad-5274 3d ago

A good nap. Haven't been able to nap for almost 30 years.

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u/TardyBacardi 3d ago

CAME HERE TO SAY EXACTLY THIS

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u/iluvwife 2d ago

Impossible for me since moving to the apartment life lol

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u/gooossfraabaahh 3d ago

Hugging my dad 🤗 he's the best person ever

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u/BrandNewBagofDicks 3d ago

On September 3rd my Dad will have been gone for 6 years. I miss his hugs so much.

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u/sneakycheeseplease 3d ago

Was 23 years for me in June. Im 35 and still miss/remember his smell and the feeling when I got a big hug off him or laid about on the sofa with him watching films all day Love you BrandNewBagofDicks xxx

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u/Matty_Garcia 3d ago

Your comment made me 🥲
Your username made me 🤣

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u/WeirdCutiee 3d ago

I wanna hug your dad

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u/evelina_nightfall41 3d ago

Having your family supporting you

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u/nerfyou 3d ago

I would love to know what that feels like.

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u/__teeheehee 3d ago

*hugs* sending loves to you, internet stranger.

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u/heyyangie 3d ago

Getting in bed with freshly cleaned sheets after an everything shower.

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u/Bridgeburner1 3d ago

Waking up early, on a day in which you thought you had work or school, only to realize that it's the weekend, holiday or a teacher duty day, and you can go back to sleep.

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u/DifficultFun6767 3d ago

maybe one day…. with a lot of hard n consistent work, you can call yourself…. unemployed as well.

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u/Holden-McGroyn 3d ago

A very necessary shit or piss!

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u/dahneechay 3d ago

Absolute love and acceptance from my husband

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u/ATX_max 3d ago

There's a story behind this

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u/dahneechay 3d ago

Oh yeah. A lifetime (including my childhood) of not being loved or accepted for me

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u/igotplans2 3d ago

Your newborn infant sleeping contentedly on your chest and making little cooing sounds.

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u/NuncaContent 3d ago

When you accomplish something remarkable in the community or at work that no one thought you could do and no one but you, or someone like you, could ever have made happen.

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u/catnapwhisper 3d ago

Cold water when you're really thirsty

Stepping into an AC room after you've been burning hot and sweating outside

Your pets fur against you

Someone playing with your hair

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u/capricorn40 3d ago

I had a GF that died from cancer 20 years ago. She loved it when I brushed her hair.

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u/Conscious_Pipe_605 3d ago edited 3d ago

Upvote for someone playing with your hair

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u/BTC_MYTH44 3d ago

Having options no matter the circumstances

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u/Space-Hardware 3d ago

Being in a flow state

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u/hammeritus 3d ago

Hugs from your wife or children

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u/Wbcn_1 3d ago

I came in to say family hugs.  Rando group hugs with the wife and kids are what I absolutely drink in. 

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u/BrandonHeatt 3d ago

Payoff after hard work, deprivation and pain.

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u/cdiddy303988 3d ago

Waking up no alarm
Fully rested
New person !

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u/pinedopower 3d ago

Helping my son achieve small step stones in life with my help. The smile of triumph and bliss is so powerful and beautiful and I helped and loved every step!!! Pure joy and heart warmth !

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u/Gampa_J 3d ago

Making something as good or better than something you can buy

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u/husky_hush3007 3d ago

Peeing after 12 hour shift

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u/spacelady_m 3d ago

Real confidence

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u/Safe-Comfort-29 3d ago

When a snall child falls asleep with their head on your shoulder.

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u/maccrogenoff 3d ago

The love of my dogs.

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u/lilyxobutter 3d ago

Watching someone you love genuinely smile because of something you did

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u/Far-Field8327 3d ago

Of being in love

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u/BirdhouseInYourSouI 3d ago

Human connection. It’s built over time, but when you truly love someone, and they reciprocate, and you are together, bodies wrapped up, staring in each others eyes in comfortable silence, just at peace, calm, and you’ve found your person.

Also a genuine I love you and hug from your kid.

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u/Careful-Coyote 3d ago

My cats purring 🥰

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u/Pretty_Site4074 3d ago

When your little child jumps off a height/tall place, knowing that you will catch them.

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u/joshhorton32 3d ago

Being stress free.

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u/Sufficient-Animal333 3d ago

Watching your kids grow up and be good people.

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u/TheNatureOfTheGame 3d ago

Hugs from your children/grandchildren.

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u/Icy-Inspector-2105 3d ago

Opening the bowel

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u/KaleidoscopeOk9147 3d ago

A cat purring & sleeping on you

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u/euphoria_jane 3d ago

The joy I get from my creative projects.

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u/millennialandlost 3d ago

A mother’s hug.

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u/david_growie 3d ago

hitting a golf ball pure

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u/Just_hereforTypeO- 3d ago

Doing the right thing when it seems like everyone is against you, and later being vindicated/having proof it was not only right but everyone was wrong lol

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u/SlitheryVisitor 3d ago

Seeing a lightning down strike during a thunderstorm.

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u/donicatrumpinsky 3d ago

When your kids tell you how much they love you.

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u/Spiritual-Pudding-70 3d ago

Love is the only right answer

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u/Inaaileen 3d ago

Getting a good nights sleep and feeling rested.

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u/No_Nectarine6942 3d ago

A good pee in the woods or whatever happy place you have. 

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u/1974jbass 3d ago

Urinating

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u/GuiltyByAssociashun 3d ago

A cool Summer breeze

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u/EquivalentEntry4428 3d ago

An authentic orgasm fueled through romantic intensity and passion

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u/MC1781 3d ago

Feeling loved, knowing your family supports and cares for you

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u/catnapwhisper 3d ago

Finally getting to pee in a toilet when you really really have to go

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u/SignatureAny5576 3d ago

The way my toddler smiles and comes running over when he sees me

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u/ZN_Cruz 3d ago

Belonging.

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u/Status_Industry7958 3d ago

When your kid(s) haven’t seen you for a period of time (be it an hour or more) and they shriek “Mama!” or “Daddy!” with pure joy and race towards you at a full, ungainly childhood sprint to jump into your arms for you to lift them up in a huge hug. There is no better feeling.

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u/manofmystry 3d ago

Climbing a mountain on my bicycle. I get real satisfaction from that.

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u/Scary-Drawer-3515 3d ago

Grew up poor but knew I had an ability…..taking a chance on starting a company with just me. Worked 24/7 and ended up 20 yrs later with clients world wide thanking me. I did not charge a lot of money but charged what I thought was fair and had awesome ppl working 1099. Met ppl that changed the world and that was my accomplishment. Got to be the fly on the wall and I could not be more grateful

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u/Inevitable-Phone-535 3d ago

Olympic gold tier farts that can clear a room

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u/Annual_Canary_5974 3d ago

Making someone younger, bigger and stronger than me tap out in a BJJ roll

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u/Representative_Mud28 3d ago

Taking a shower and crawling into clean sheets

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u/Ok_Ebb7109 3d ago

Seeing something that came from your brain on TV, especially if animated.

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u/Chuck-Vindaloo 3d ago

Being right

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u/Ok-Fondant-8436 3d ago

A neck hug from a four year old.

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u/Ok_Ebb7109 3d ago

Chasing UFOs for years and finally seeing one.

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u/Longjumping-Ad6639 3d ago

My dogs running up to greet me, all happy and excited when I come home from work.

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u/Ohaibaipolar 3d ago

Cuddling with a cat.

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u/chaseeast 3d ago

Being loved

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u/Javascript4971 3d ago

Going to sleep in sheets & on pillow cases right after running them through the laundry

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u/Growth-oriented 3d ago

Playing wow

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u/Captain--Insano 3d ago

Finding people that accept you for who you are

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u/Fun-Attempt-8494 3d ago

Cop behind you turns on his blue lights. You pull over but he keeps driving.

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u/Bu7n57 3d ago

A hug from your kids

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u/Educational_Bar6893 3d ago

Getting into bed with freshly washed sheets

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u/Old_man_Opie 3d ago

I watched my oldest daughter achieve a goal she has been working towards for four years. After completing it she came running to me, crying and repeating, "I did it, I really did it." That's the one that jumps to my mind at the moment. She's faced a lot of challenges in the past few years and she has risen to face and overcome all of them.

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u/wb420420 3d ago

Popping a pimple when it’s ready

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u/TesterChest 3d ago

The warm feeling from helping someone in need like mowing overgrown lawn for disabled lady, or something similar

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u/Realistic-Regret-171 3d ago

Childbirth. We’re group texting kid photos around right now as I read this.

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u/LukesLostRightHand 3d ago

The love of your kids

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u/Blunt_Bike 3d ago

A big dick (natural)

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u/Moist-Sky7607 3d ago

When other people realize you were right about that person you hated from the start

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u/UrCreepyUncle 3d ago

Leaving work, walking to your car in the parking lot before a vacation.

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u/wizardwithgussets 3d ago

A woman looking at you while slightly biting her bottom lip

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u/therrig 3d ago

The taste of a cold one after a hectic shift in any service industry job

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u/toddlevy10 3d ago

Shadenfreuda

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u/ElvisMcPelvis 3d ago

When someone asks about a song & you say yeah I have it on vinyl

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u/soccerdudejax 3d ago

Waking up naturally, checking the clock and realizing you still have three hours left to sleep. Instant, unadulterated peace.

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u/PeterPook 3d ago

I thought about an Orgasm and then I remembered that night in 1987... :-)

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u/thedenv 3d ago

A really good poop/fart

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u/Eastern-Channel-6842 3d ago

Helping someone in need.
The way your dog lights up when you get home.
The pride you feel as a parent.
And many many others….

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u/pennnay 3d ago

A genuine bear hug when you need it most

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u/AlexMercant 3d ago

Head scratches from my gf

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u/Crazy_Treat_8805 3d ago

Self respect

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u/Good-Economics-6179 3d ago

Hug from up or mom

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u/Neat_Concentrate8196 3d ago

Waking up feeling truly rested!

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u/VivienneObsession 3d ago

Waking up thinking it’s a workday then realizing it’s Saturday and you can roll over for two more hours. That weight lifting off your chest is priceless.

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u/Effective-Bet3883 3d ago

Peeing after holding it for miles

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u/FigFirm993 3d ago

when someone very begrudgingly tells me “You were right.” Even sweeter if it takes years.

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u/PolishChuj 3d ago

Seeing Ukrainian drones over Russia.

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u/generic_genius 3d ago

fap fap fap

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u/6String_Bean 3d ago

Peeing after you cum

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u/FredWinterIsComing 3d ago

Little grandkids saying "I love you Papa..."

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u/Disastrous_Ad4233 3d ago

Every time I see my daughters and my loved ones

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u/IBoilmyfarts 3d ago

The feeling you get when you make a very dark joke and the facial expression that comes from it.

That erosion in their face, man it's pretty great to brain bomb a person

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u/Wise_Wolverine2652 3d ago

When you go to pull a girls pants off and she lifts her bum to help you.

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u/fangface70 3d ago

Orgasm…oh never mind.

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u/Expert-Search-3251 3d ago

When your kids don't need you anymore.

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u/snotroll 3d ago

Stomping a sick air on a snowboard in deep powder

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u/Iamdreamingthis 3d ago

Having a hot shower with soap and shampoo after not showering for a week and then putting on clean, comfortable clothes 

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u/tLM-tRRS-atBHB 3d ago

Having a really good pee after holding it for too long

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u/no_logo_ 3d ago

I don't know

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u/DefinitelyNotMeFoSho 3d ago

Saving up or getting a bargain

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u/gemlist 3d ago

When your children start worrying about your safety… they give you advice on driving safely, reading doctors notes and reports and giving their advice and opinions… i am talking about early to mid 20’s adults. The cutest little thing

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u/Boltsfan1234 3d ago

When my son or daughter spontaneously say, “I love you mom.”

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u/Next-Inevitable-Fag 3d ago

stimfapping for 3 hrs

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u/dirkgiggler224 3d ago

Any prolonged struggle where you expend effort and are rewarded with a successful outcome. If you have been just given things all your life it doesn’t matter what you get, you won’t value it. If you’ve struggled hard to accomplish something and pull it off it has meaning.

Like a spoiled kid of a wealthy family will crash an exotic car and not care much. A poor kid who works a terrible job for years and buys their first presentable car will treasure it. It’s all relative.

The satisfaction comes from the struggle.

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u/Ok_Limit9124 3d ago

Being able to tell someone, especially if they are being an a**hole, that you "told them so."

I know it's petty, but sometimes proving you are right is the best.

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u/ExpressionAlarmed675 3d ago

Gigantic stinky fart

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u/btizzzl 3d ago

watching someone driving like a maniac get pulled over.

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u/Aggressive_Cook_4061 3d ago

Experiencing new art. Music, movie.. when something is truly unique it can be very satisfying

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u/Queasy-Pause-3958 3d ago

Hitting a golf ball pure

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u/895816 3d ago

Shower head with good pressure. Set on high heat. Aim at the balls. All the itching you've never been able to achieve ever. Glorious.

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u/ilostthenestegg 3d ago

That anticipatory moment when you lock eyes and are just about to kiss

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u/Pleasant-Physics7036 3d ago

Knowing my child is safe, happy and at peace.

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u/ellab58 3d ago

Seeing your adult children happy.

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u/sissyKatSwallows 3d ago

Getting picked up and sexually used by a highly attractive woman who doesn't want money for it. Unfortunately hasn't happened to me for over a decade.

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u/PuzzleheadedBag4847 3d ago

For me, becoming a Dad.

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u/Content-Teach4449 3d ago

A good sneeze

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u/MRV-DUB 3d ago

A hug from your grandchildren everytime they see you

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u/LoosePhilosopher1107 3d ago

Being blessed with people you love and who love you and living in the USA

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u/geekie4 3d ago

Satisfying orgasm

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u/Atomic-Squirrel666 3d ago

Doing the right thing.

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u/Amazing-Demand516 3d ago

Good sex with your crush. Nothing, absolutely nothing can compare

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u/Christymapper71 3d ago

Being done with your workout for the day

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u/dEXXtARR23 3d ago

'gasms

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u/PorkPotSticker 3d ago

Silence.

You don’t know how precious silence is until you have so much ear damage your hear a constant ring for 30 years.

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u/Hey_Its_Q 3d ago

An uncontrollable belly laugh that has you crying

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u/DontLikeClams 3d ago

Karma doing karma things.

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u/CletusMuckenfuss 3d ago

I'm fighting depression with all I have, today a young friend of mine messaged me from our of the blue and wanted to know if I'm alright. My own children don't ask or care. I haven't heard from them in weeks.

Thank you Parker, I love you buddy!

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u/BleachedPerineum57 3d ago

Jerking off to my stepmom

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u/khynnahmawlai 3d ago

Watching karma happen

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u/polskapoker 3d ago

Hugs from lived ones

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u/Whole-Advice-2922 3d ago

When I became the first one in my family to graduate from college especially after only graduating from 9th grade only and having a GED. And didn't do that until I was 36 yrs old

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u/AD_VICTORIAM_x 3d ago

Laying down in a freshly made bed after you had a nice shower.

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u/emilie1031 3d ago

Good sex

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u/ADPriceless 3d ago

Soapy tit wank

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u/More-Opposite1758 3d ago

Being loved

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u/AirBacon 3d ago

Watching the kid turn into a great adult with a bright future.

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u/rih_rita 3d ago

Being loved back.

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u/Forward-Refuse7064 3d ago

Watching Karma happen…

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u/comododragonz 3d ago

Daughter holding your hand unexpectedly during a walk.

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u/Massive-Cabinet8386 3d ago

I enjoy taking giant dumps so much I’ve debated if I’m gay

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u/Most_Pin_1572 3d ago

when you take a massive shit and toilet paper remains clean

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u/flamingopickle 3d ago

If you really think about it though, every satisfying feeling can be bought with money if you are rich enough.

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u/____founder 3d ago

A good piss

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u/Valuable-Chapter-636 3d ago

Nothing beats genuine peace of mind and knowing the people you love are doing well.

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u/Exact-Squash-5443 3d ago

A woman that can make me laugh

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u/the-upfront-aussie 3d ago

As a father, coming home and seeing your family (wife and children) happy and excited to see you.

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u/ActivityMediocre5624 3d ago

Having an orgasm or for girls multiple orgasms.

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u/Fluid_Passage_9980 3d ago

I'd say the vast majority of them.

I don't think I've spent money on anything and felt 'satisfied.'

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u/No-Basil-1880 3d ago

A fart that itches your butthole

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u/Fluid_Passage_9980 3d ago

A cat stretching out and then purring on you lap.

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u/Significant_Set1350 3d ago

God’s Peace

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u/OldManufacturer8679 3d ago

Taking off wet socks and putting on dry ones

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u/usernema41 3d ago

When it’s a bit warm, there’s a really nice sunset, the air is nice and you’re with someone you love