41 Things to be Thankful For

20 Nov 19:15

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Written by Talya Cayce

20 Nov 19:15

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Written by Talya Cayce

It is probably human nature to easily gravitate into worrying about lack and limitation. We focus on the future must-haves and must-dos that we take for granted the many wonderful things to be thankful for that is right in front of our noses right now. When we think that nothing is going our way and things might be falling apart, let’s take stock and notice the things that ARE going right and going our way.

Only about seven countries officially celebrate some sort of thanksgiving, for different reasons. And your country might not be one of the seven. Wherever you live and whatever your traditions, it is a good idea to have a mini personal thanksgiving practice every day. Writing a list of things that you can be grateful for, for being in your life, is one such practice.

If at first, it seems difficult to find a list of things to be thankful for, try to find just one thing each day. Here are 41 little and big things to be thankful for, one for each of the 41 days from today until the start of 2019. It’s a promise, writing and reading a gratitude list will result in a happier you. And even better, doing so regularly will transform your outlook on life positively.

1. You

For being you, because no one else can be you better. For being alive and sharing your life with loved-ones and gracing the world with your presence.

2. Oxygen

For being able to breathe and making life happen.

3. Family

For being your biggest critics and your loudest cheerleaders and for always loving you.

4. Friends

For being there and always having your back.

5. Frenemies

For teaching you understanding and forgiveness, for bringing out the best in you and become a better person.

6. The Sun

For brightening the world and allowing all things to grow.

7. Moon and Stars

For bringing light to the otherwise dark night.

8. Sunrises

For a beautiful promise of a new day.

9. Sunsets

For a break-taking view to end the day and a gentle ushering to begin a rejuvenating night’s rest.

10. Snow

For snow angels, snowmen and snowball fights.

11. Rain

For nourishing the earth and its inhabitants.

12. Rainbows

For a magnificent sight after rains and a beautiful reminder that no matter how hard the rain falls, a rainbow will emerge in the end.

13. The Earth

For allowing life to grow and host all the wonderful things in it.

14. Animals/Pets

For various, amazing creatures that bring diversity to the Earth.

15. Internet

For making people, ideas and knowledge closer and within everyone’s reach.

16. Vehicles

For delivering goods, medicine, animals and people to wherever they need to go easier and faster.

17. Mobile phones

For making everyone we need to connect with just a number away. (And also for games and Instagram)

18. Computers/Technology

For making impossible and tedious things possible; for making life easier. (Most of the time)

19. Social Media

For making your voice heard, for getting the latest news and for connecting with like-minded individuals.

20. Online Shopping

For purchasing items and paying for them without leaving the house.

21. Movies

For giving entertainment and sparking imagination.

22. Books

For gleaning and passing on information.

23. Audiobooks

For being able to ‘read’ in the dark and for being able to ‘read’ a book while cleaning or driving.

24. Music

For being the different soundtracks to every mood and moment of your life.

25. Shoes

For protecting your feet, and to some, for the happiness collecting them brings. ;)

26. Bags

For being able to bring all that you need easily and same as above, for the joy they bring.

27. Coffee

For always there to boost your brain. Not to mention, scrub your skin to a gorgeous, healthy glow! ;)

28. Sales

For being able to acquire things you’ve always wanted - at a discount

29. Job/income

For allowing you to pay the bills and fund your travels/ lifestyle. For being able to practice creativity, responsibleness and resourcefulness.

30. Boss and Co-workers

For providing guidance and direction for your career.

31. Soul Mate

For always the closest soul to you, whether she/he be your life partner, sibling, parent, child or best friend.

32. Heartbreaks

For helping you mature, emotionally and mentally.

33. Laughter

For times when your heart is overrun with mirth and joy that they bubble up and serenade your life with a beautiful sound.

34. Found Things

For finding something you thought you had lost forever.

35. Cameras

For capturing life’s wacky and wondrous memories.

36. Long drives

For having a scenic backdrop for your thoughts.

37. Weekends

For having a big sigh of relief and NOT having to set the alarm for the next day.

38. Imagination

For the seat of creativity, problem solving or just daydreaming

39. Done Chores

For the relief you feel after the dishes and laundry are finally done.

40. Me-Time

For the ability to take time to care for your outward appearance and inner wellbeing.

41. Last Day of the Year

For allowing the regrets to fade away and for cherishing the memories of the year that just passed. Keeping in mind, the next day is the start of a new one – one that’s promising of brighter possibilities.