You know those moments of pure bliss? Those moments in which you stop, drop, and appreciate? Those moments are j’adore la vie. They make our hearts explode with love and perfect complacency. We are so content in those moments that we feel like we could die in that very instance and be happy. We deserve to feel this way every day of our lives – and that’s what j’adore la vie is all about!
J’adore la vie is a movement encouraging everyone to love life, cherish the present, and savor the moments that make our hearts sing. It’s a mantra that represents letting go of every worry or fear in our lives in exchange for love! We’re going to connect through each other’s happiness! Together, let’s create j’adore la vie!
Breathe. Listen. Dream it. See it. Reach for it. Grab it. Love it. Live it. j’adore la vie.
Before you read these submissions, pop on a calming i HeartRadio playlist (Sigur Ros or The Album Leaf are my favorites) and bask in everyone’s positive energy. By the end of this post, I hope you feel calm and relaxed yet energized!
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Sarah shares two of the most important people in her life and her most reliable companion.
“This picture was taken on my mom’s birthday, when she, my brother and I were celebrating with cake and ice cream in our back yard. Of course the treats were delicious, but it was really being together that brought so much joy to my heart. It’s not often that my family gets to spend time together, so this was really special.”
“This photo was taken with my yellow lab, Cali. She’s my baby, and truly one of the sweetest dogs! She has the ability to comfort me during uncertain and sad times in a way that no person can.”
Kate shows us the utmost strength, determination, and inner peace with a recent solo Bikram practice.
“This is me in an incredible j’adore la vie moment, or a 私は人生を愛して moment! Post full-90 minute Bikram session in my apartment in Japan. I was able to heat the room to about 95 degrees, and had tremendous strength and focus throughout the length of the asanas. It felt like I was in my own studio. 
In final savasana, I had that post-Bikram high that’s unlike anything else. But more importantly, I truly felt like myself for the first time since moving to Japan — which is really saying something, because my life has changed in so many ways over the last month. This practice is so important to me — and in this moment — I truly love life.”
Diana shows us how precious true friendship is.
“This is one of my most treasured memories, and took place this past spring in Hawaii. My husband and I were on a near-empty beach, and as I floated around in the Pacific, my heart was exploding with excitement, gratitude, purpose and peace. I remember that little voice inside me whispering, ‘this is what your life is for. That day serves as a lesson and reminder that, even though I can’t be in paradise everyday, I can create my own piece of paradise within myself.
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Heather
Love love love this!!!! You are awesome! #J’adore la vie!
Thank you, sweet girl! I can’t wait to see your submission!
After a crazy busy morning at work with barely a second to breathe, this is just what I needed to read! I loved it and cannot wait for more!!! #jadorelavie
SCORE! Love that. Love you.
Heather this is so amazing! Thank you for making this, it made my day
Wow. I just got butterflies reading your comment, Kaitlin! Thank you so, so, so much!
Do you know how much I love this?! Thank you for featuring me!
This will get big, I know it. Love ya, girlie <3
Gahhh. This comment warms my heart so much, Brittany. You are amazing! Thank you so much for being such a big supporter of this. Love you!
The logo looks amazing! Love all the #jadorelavie moments too!
Thanks so much, Karah! You’re the sweetest.
Love this idea Heather!!
Thank you, Amy! I’d love for you to submit a photo. Your energy is definitely need for j’adore la vie!
Love! You are wonderful Heather! Loved our chat today too:)
YOU are wonderful, my dear. Love our chats. Can’t wait for next wee!
What beautiful pictures!!
I love this so much, thank you for including my tweet! Jay did a wonderful job on the logo.
Thanks so much, Gina! Jay will totally appreciate that. Thank YOU for spreading the j’adore la vie love!
WooHOO! Loving this!!!
OMG BABE! THIS IS AMAZING. I LOVE this roundup of happiness, pleasure, enjoyment, passion…I could go on for forever and am HONORED to be the grand finale of today’s post
I’m so proud of you. This is doing EXACTLY what you hoped it would.
this is an AWESOME post! i absolutely love it
! It made me SO happy reading this!!
Anne, I’m so happy to hear that! That honestly makes my day.
I love seeing these pictures and moments! It’s so important to step back and reflect on how wonderful life is.
Thanks for this roundup.
Looks like you are on your way
J’adore la vie is such a wonderful idea! Sharing moment’s of love, happiness and joy is what is needed more in this world. We should appreciate more what we got, not to worry so much and focus on little things in life which make us happy. J’adore la vie is a great reminder of that. I hope this movement will grow big and strong! <3
I LOVE this! There’s so much joy and happiness in this post – it makes me smile just reading it!
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Hey Heather! I just want to tell you how much I love this movement that you’ve created… It resonates with me so much, I actually have Joie de Vivre tatooed on my foot for the very same reasons you’ve described here. I tend to let myself get caught up in tasks and stress, and need a reminder to just breathe and enjoy the beauty in life. Thank you and I hope you’re having a great week!
Thank you so much, Stephanie! That honestly means more to me than you know. I LOVE that you have joie de vivre tattooed on your foot! How cool would it be if you sent a photo of your foot to me for Thursday?! Hint hint.
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