9 THINGS TO BE GRATEFUL FOR RIGHT NOW
What do you focus on consistently? Take a moment and think.
Is your focus on what you lack in life? Or....
Do you focus on what you have in your life?
We so often take for granted what we have. Probably your life is full of little moments of happiness. At the end of the day, do you sometimes completely forget about them? The small things that made you smile?
How about the things in your life you are so used to having? Do you sometimes completely forget how useful and how amazing they are, to even be in your life?
THE POWER OF GRATITUDE
Gratitude has been proven to bring you not only psychological benefits, but physical benefits as well. Gratitude can help you feel healthier and minimize toxic emotions.
Here is a gratitude list of big and small things. Do you identify with any of these?
1. You are alive.
No matter how amazing or difficult your life is at the moment, wake up each morning and be thankful you have life. You are alive!
2. Challenges you've faced IN THE PAST.
Challenges have taught you valuable lessons. Remember the ways your challenges have made you a stronger person today.
3. YOUR UNIQUE GIFTS.
You were born with all the tools and resources you need to succeed. Discover the power within your reach, and within you. You can create a life you love.
4. People in your life that accept and love you for who you are.
You're different. You're unique, one of a kind. You're perfect. And the best part? There are people in your life who love you... JUST THE WAY YOU ARE! Don't take them for granted and thank them for being part of your life.
5. Your favourite songs.
What a delight when you hear your favourite song on the radio! When all else fails, the right melody, at the right moment, can change everything.
6. Books that improved your life.
Actions speak louder than words. However, sometimes, powerful words are enough to ignite life-changing action. Remember words that have inspired you.
7. A good laugh.
We all know the feeling of curling over with laughter... laughing so hard your stomach hurts. According to the latest research, you’re not only having a good laugh, but you’re also boosting your immune system with disease-fighting powers. These moments will help you stay healthy and energetic. They help reduce your stress hormones and release endorphins that can ease chronic pain and make you feel good all over.
8. Beautiful memories.
When things aren’t going your way, think of some things that HAVE gone your way. Draw on those memories and lessons to shape your response in the present. They can help you create the future you want.
9. Kind people.
Every now and again, a selfless soul enters your life through a simple act of kindness. It can be a stranger, or perhaps someone you know.
Their simple act of kindness can sometimes immediately change your perspective. But they can also help you see life with a more grateful attitude.
