9 Things to be Grateful For

There are virtually millions of things to be grateful for each and every day. No matter how bad things may seem, if you look deep down, you will find there are so many things you can give thanks for. Having gratitude is essential to your mental and physical health; it draws positive energy into your life, you smile more, and positive people are attracted to you. Here is a short list of things to be grateful for. Add them to the list of things you're already grateful for..

1. Be grateful... when the sun comes up each day. Let the warmth wash over you. The shining sun is a sign that you have been give life for another fantastic day.

2. Be grateful... for the your car, especially if it only starts when it feels like it. Your broken down car is a reminder that on your road to greatness, your future holds a new one.

3. Be grateful... for any mistakes you make today. Mistakes are life's way of telling you are human and you are not perfect. Mistakes are made to give you lessons. Learn from them and embrace them.

4. Be grateful... for the love in your life. It's not all about romantic love. This includes family, friends, your pets, and, yes, the love you have yourself. Love is love, no matter the form in which it is given.

5. Be grateful... for your flaws. You are unique. Flaws show you that you can grow as a person. It would be very boring if you were perfect. Being unique is what makes all of us special.

6. Be grateful... for the winter chill in the morning as you leave your house. As strange as it sounds, the cold reminds us that we are alive and there is breath in our lungs. Enjoy this cold days and know that Spring is just around the corner.

7. Be grateful...for the person who harms your heart. Why? Because that person has taught you a lesson, a part of life, and opens your eyes to the people in your life who are truly there for you no matter how bad things seem to get.

8. Be grateful... for the sounds that annoys you. Even the worst sounds reminds you that you are able to hear the sounds you do enjoy.

9. Be grateful... for all of your problems. Everyone has problems, but they remind us that we are able to overcome them and make our lives truly wonderful.

In short, be grateful for everything that crosses your path, every day. No matter how bad things seems, no matter how sad you may be, there is something right in front of you that will bring you some kind of joy, if even in a small way. Embrace it and be thankful for this day!

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