31 Simple Things To Be Grateful For

What is gratitude?

grat·i·tude
ˈɡradəˌt(y)o͞od/
noun
the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness

Expressing gratitude for the simple things in life, each and everyday, has an incredible impact on your outlook and the way you connect with people. From personal experience, taking five minutes each day to think about something I am grateful for makes me realize just how much I have and how much joy is in my life. Last month, I shared my daily gratitude journal with you on social media and I was so encouraged by readers and followers who shared what they were thankful for in their day or how my post inspired them. Here is a list of 31 simple things that I am grateful for.

I encourage you to make your own list, as we might have some cross over, I’m sure there will be different and wonderful things that you are grateful for in your own life.

My family
My garden
The beauty that surrounds me every day
Home sweet home
My country: Canada
Food (please donate to your local food bank!)
Music and dancing, she’s a gem!
My darling daughter
Times alone to reflect
My mom – who taught me to dream and work hard.
People who make me laugh
My sweet son, he’s incredible!
Quiet coffee breaks where everything slows down
Favourite books, the ones you read over and over again.
My husband, he’s my person <3
Mornings, where every new day is a gift
God’s love that sustains me
Easy Sundays, relaxing afternoons
Things that soothe my soul: children’s laughter, leaves crunching under my feet, a sweet letter in the mailbox
Frozen berries to make smoothies! I use them almost every day.
My bed, so cozy and warm
Fall – crisp, cool days, bright colours, pumpkin patches
Learning from my mistakes
Good friends
My unique light and the unique sparkle in every one I know – shine bright!
Teachers and mentors
Ability to work from home
Life’s challenges that make me stronger
I’m thankful my family has shelter, warm clothes, and food (please support your local shelter in anyway you can).
For every year I’m alive
For hope, new possibilities, and exciting adventures ahead

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Emily Smith

Emily Smith is the Editor of The Best of This Life who has been writing in the lifestyle niche and creating delicious recipes for over 10 years. Her work has been featured on BRIT + CO, Today's Parent, Chatelaine, Huffington Post, The Pioneer Woman, and Food Bloggers of Canada. She writes about family, food, entertaining, home decor, wellness, travel and a litany of other topics. She loves sharing her three core values - love life, live well, share the beauty - and encourages her readers to enjoy the best of their lives every day. She lives in Ottawa with her loving husband, two darling children, and dreams of one day owning a puppy.