Everything Has Its Place (#186)

Everything has its place and everything has a purpose. I spent weeks worrying about my work and my future. I was negative, unmotivated, and resentful of my current situation.

I was in the wrong space. 

We all belong to the present. We all belong in the here and now. Otherwise, we’re distracted and misplaced. We have enough to tend to in the present to stress about everything we can’t control. I’m grateful I’m here. I’m grateful I’m with my brother. I’m grateful for the people who remind me I don’t have to go through life alone.

06.26.18

Today I’m Grateful For…

1. Catching the last train home
2. The lights in London
3. A clear sky and a bright moon
4. Sharing laughter
5. Change
6. New podcasts and perspectives
7. Bonfires in the summer
8. Getting my steps in
9. The sunshine
10. Getting things done
11. The people I work with at UMass
12. My introvert time
13. Mindfulness and breathing
14. Movies before bed
15. A hot shower
16. Check-ins from my parents
17. Getting lost and getting lost again
18. My personal mission
19. Books on tape
20. A little understanding
21. Days I get to sleep in
22. An empty email box
23. Random acts of kindness
24. Healthy habits
25. 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 of the London Eye. Spending this time with my brother has been special. I’m grateful we’re here together and I’m happy to be getting back on track. 

Author: Jake Ames

Grad student, feline father, twin brother, buffalo chicken enthusiast, and gratitude writer. Using this blog to hopefully inspire others on their journey. Love your process, whatever that looks like. View all posts by Jake Ames