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A new poll compiled the top 30 most unexpectedly delightful things to happen, including pulling cash from the pocket of an old pair of jeans, getting a surprise refund, and receiving a compliment from a stranger.
The survey of 2,000 adults, found 36 percent love it when someone lets them jump the line in a supermarket, and when you find a treasured item that had been lost.
Driving through a run of green lights, catching a whiff of a familiar smell from your childhood, and hearing your favorite song pop up on the radio, also feature in the top 30 list.
(Imagine feeling double the joy if you run into all green lights while your favorite track begins to play!)
Commissioned by Alpen Delight, a spokesperson for the snack brand said: “The nicest things are those which are totally unexpected, and they don’t have to be big things—sometimes little moments lead to big smiles.
Respondents guessed that unexpectedly delightful things happen to them an average of twice per week, and it automatically puts them in a good mood.
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The survey of 2,000 adults, found 36 percent love it when someone lets them jump the line in a supermarket, and when you find a treasured item that had been lost.
Driving through a run of green lights, catching a whiff of a familiar smell from your childhood, and hearing your favorite song pop up on the radio, also feature in the top 30 list.
(Imagine feeling double the joy if you run into all green lights while your favorite track begins to play!)
Commissioned by Alpen Delight, a spokesperson for the snack brand said: “The nicest things are those which are totally unexpected, and they don’t have to be big things—sometimes little moments lead to big smiles.
Respondents guessed that unexpectedly delightful things happen to them an average of twice per week, and it automatically puts them in a good mood.
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Top 30 Most Delightful Things That Happen Unexpectedly–Like Finding Cash in Jeans or Compliments from Strangers
The top 30 most unexpectedly delightful things, includes finding money in a pair of jeans or a compliment from a stranger, says poll.
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