By I think in a dark and comical way, I’ve really come to appreciate this quote.
It’s true! Life can often times feel like an insurmountable challenge with no way of succeeding. We have one life. One opportunity to make the most of the precious time we’ve been granted and I want to make sure every second I live and every breath I take, has meaning. That means starting with gratitude. If the unspeakable happened tomorrow, I’ll have been grateful for every second leading up to that.
Life is unpredictable and our future is uncertain. I’ve stopped worrying about the things I can’t control and instead, use gratitude to give power to everything else. Whatever happens, I’m Grateful I’ve made it this far.
06.18.18
Today I’m Grateful For…
- Gratitude lists
- People who don’t give up
- Support when I need it
- Good communication
- Learning the hard way
- Catching up
- FaceTimes before bed
- Growing up
- Being on a team
- All the good snacks in the pantry
- Walks home from school
- The fan next to my bed
- A full moon
- Friendly competition
- Rolling down the Shea Durgin hill
- Quiet nights
- Sharing music
- Clarity
- My grandma teaching me how to dive
- My family
- Catching the sunrise
- My hometown
- The sound of a heartbeat
- Sleeping in
- The precious present
As always, check out my first blog, 25 Things I’m Grateful For (#1) to know why I’m writing this list and why I want you to start yours.
Featured image is not my own. All credit goes to the original photographer.
I am caught up in your words, “use gratitude to give power to everything else.” This is such an empowering approach to life. It shifts our mindset from expectation and disappointment to reflection and gratefulness. As we live with gratitude we give power to selflessness and welcome growth. Thank you for inspiring gratitude!
Treasures
Traded – http://thesoulwhispersblog.com/2018/08/14/treasures-traded/
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