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52 Small Things To Appreciate

Because there are so many things to be happy about.

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52 Small Things To Appreciate
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So many simple things in life go unnoticed. Life is full of small things that we tend to not appreciate unless we truly take a step back and realize how great our lives can be. Here are just some of the many things in life that occur that contributes positively.

1. Laughing so hard you cry.

2. Reuniting with friends or family after a long time apart.

3. Discovering a new favorite song.

4. Getting in bed after a long day.

5. The smell of freshly baked cookies.

7. Waking up to the birds chirping.

8. Realizing you have no homework.

9. Getting an A on that test you studied so hard for.

10. Singing in the car with all the windows rolled down.

11. Ice cream on a hot summers day.

12. Spending time with your cousins.

13. Swimming in the lake.

13. Receiving a package in the mail.

14. Watching the latest episode of your favorite TV show.

15. Going on coffee dates.

16. Sleeping in.

17. Giving gifts.

18. Watching raindrops have a "race" down the window in the car.

19. Polaroid pictures.

20. Late night deep talks.

21. Someone saying "I miss you."

22. Going to the zoo.

23. Road trips.

24. A smile from a stranger.

25. Hiking.

26. Watching the sunset from a view spot.

27. Waking up before your alarm goes off and realizing you still have hours to sleep.

28. Finding money in your jeans or jacket pocket that you didn't know you had.

29. When a dog runs up and jumps on you.

30. Successfully running a mile without stopping.

31. Making a new friend.

32. Clothes right of the dryer.

33. A nice, warm bubble bath.

34. Having a movie night with friends.

35. Singing karaoke.

36. When there is no line at your favorite coffee place, cafe or restaurant.

37. Finding a penny heads up on the street.

38. Blowing a freshly picked dandelion.

39. Filling up a journal.

40. Scoring the winning goal.

41. Walking barefoot in the grass or sand.

42. Swinging on the swings at the park.

43. Getting a strike while bowling.

44. Crossing off everything on your to-do list.

45. Clearing the air with someone.

46. Standing up for yourself.

47. Flipping a pancake over perfectly.

48. When someone lends you their extra pen/pencil when you forget yours.

49. Having a random dance party.

50. Taking a well-deserved nap and waking up refreshed.

51. Finding a new favorite Netflix show.

52. Knowing that you're going to be okay.

Next time you're feeling down, stuck in a rut, having a bad day, or simply just need a reminder of some of the great things in life, consult this list for an instant pick me up.


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