When Life Gets Crazy (#254)

Life often feels like a balancing act between juggling responsibilities and taking care of yourself or your family. When the stress sets in, remind yourself that you still need to take care of you.

Personally, I get frustrated hearing people tell me that “they’ll be fine” or “it’s no big deal” when they’re not taking care of themselves. Finding time for you is important. It’s not always easy but it’s important. Be grateful when you can.

09.02.18

Today I’m Grateful For…

1. New UMass residents
2. A night for myself to relax
3. My good health
4. Time to listen to music
5. Sharing desserts and talking things out
6. Good communication
7. Time at the gym
8. My family
9. The warmth of the sun
10. When I can help others
11. Summer games and lawn competitions
12. The feeling after you brush your teeth
13. My grandparents
14. A couple deep breaths
15. Starting my day with tea
16. A clean apartment and a vacuumed rug
17. The smell of fresh cut grass
18. Clean water and my Cambodia friends
19. Video games nights with my cousins
20. The trees in the horizon
21. Knowing I’m not alone
22. When my cat Ned gets excited about dinner
23. The fan next to my bed
24. My supervisor Adam
25. This very moment

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 my ferocious cat taking a big yawn.

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