Let The Universe Take Over (#188)

Got a little help writing my blurb today. When talking about happiness, purpose, and love, my friend Ashley had this to say –

I think far too often we can become so focused and determined on forcing ourselves to be happy, blindly pursuing what we think is fulfillment. We may try to force relationships, both romantic and not, in a desperate search for feeling love. I think true and actual happiness and fulfillment and love come to us in a way out of our control and in their own time and in their own surprising ways! Of course we can make conscious choices that will help us get there but we can’t really control it – all we can do is have faith.

Wow is she wise or what? I couldn’t agree more with her and as we let go to the power of the universe, we can find what we need most. I’m grateful for people like Ashley and lessons like this.

06.28.18

Today I’m Grateful For…

1. Walks down to the wharf
2. A vibrant sunset
3. Checking in
4. New friends
5. The universe
6. The sound of seagulls
7. The smell of the ocean
8. Being on time
9. Holding hands
10. My siblings
11. Helpful people
12. The sunshine
13. My own growth
14. Lessons learned
15. Time for hikes
16. A chance to journal
17. My fellow gratitude bloggers
18. Trying new things
19. Peanut butter
20. Slow dances
21. My heroes
22. Tattoo stories
23. “The way up”
24. Comfy pillows
25. The 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 sun going down in Liverpool tonight. What a special day with my brother, one I’ll always be grateful for.

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