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50 Reasons To Smile Today

“Enjoy the little things in life, for one day you will look back and realize they were the big things.”

Alex DiRoma
Dec 19, 2016
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50 Reasons To Smile Today
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At times life can make you want to scream and go "WTF", but it’s always important to remain postive. Being positive is an important aspect in being happy. No one should have to go through life feeling bad about themselves.

Below is a list of 50 reasons to smile when you're feeling down. Some days we are all overwhelmed, and it is nice to have a reminder of things that make us happy. There’s always going to be bumps in the road, but it’s the little things that count.

1. Clothes fresh out the dryer

2. A good hair day

3. Waking up early and realizing you have hours to sleep

4. A bath

5. When you turn on the TV and your favorite movie is starting

6. A cold shower on a hot day

7. Fresh flowers

8. Lazy Sundays

9. Your favorite song coming on the radio

10. A book you can't put down

11. Talking to old friends

12. Warm towels

13. Finding money you forgot about

14. Getting a massage

15. Big, tight, hugs

16. Warm weather

17. Puppies

18. Kittens

19. Cuddling

20. Laughing with loved ones

21. Baby giggles

22. The first bite of food when you are very hungry

23. Re-watching your favorite movies

24. Eating at your favorite restaurant

25. Christmas

26. Vacations

27. Re-reading your favorite books

28. The smell of freshly cut grass

29. Sleeping in

30. Random acts of kindness

31. The smell of cookies baking

32. First swim of the summer

33. Warm fuzzy socks

34. Helping people

35. The ocean

36. Netflix

37. Weddings

38. Gender equality

39. Walks in the park

40. Food

41. Fireworks

42. Open minded people

43. Accomplishing goals

44. Earning money

45. Having a positive impact on someone's life

46. Singing

47. Dancing

48. Holidays

49. Good teachers

50. Feeling good about a test you took

“Beautiful, positive things happen in your life when you distance yourself from the negative things.”

There is always something to be thankful for. Things in life can suck, but it's always important to be thankful for what you have.

Positive thoughts will have you smiling more and will help you feel more satisfied and peaceful.The more you focus on the good stuff the more you will find good things.

Remember, it is impossible to live a positive life with a negative mind. And always remember how grateful you are for what is already in your life.

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