When Dr Archibald Hart joined us this week, he told us about 'anhedonia' - the overloading of our brain's pleasure centre through constant stimulation – whether it be through the internet, multi tasking or constant interaction via text messaging or email. He talked about 'Type A' pleasures: brought through gizmos and gadgets, DVDs and MP3s, even bungy jumping and heli-skiing, versus 'Type B' pleasure: playing with the kids or having a picnic with the family for example. Type A pleasure overloads and then drains us; Type B pleasure restores and nurtures us.

What I want to know is, what are the Type B pleasures in your life? What are the simple things that make you happy? Maybe it’s doing art, photography, or simply cleaning your dog on a Saturday afternoon. Maybe it’s going on a picnic, tickling your child, or having coffee with your best friend.

What’s your simple pleasure, and how have you pared your life down to enjoy it?