I'm sure you've heard this phrase before, but are you actually living by it? Just as tiny drops of water make up an ocean, it is the tiny moments in your day that make up a life filled with joy.
1. Why is it important to enjoy the little things in life?
Imagine if you spent more time acknowledging the little things in life rather than dwelling on nuisances. How much happier would you be? Enjoy the little things in life because, one day, you'll look back and realize how big they were. Ask yourself what gives you pleasure and comfort, even if it's not absolutely needed.
2. Life is beautiful. Notice it.
In our society, busyness has taken over our mantle of success. Slowing down, eating better, sleeping better, and enjoying the little things will make you an overall happier person. Take a step back and look at the life you live. It's spectacular. It's much easier to look at the better things in life, so why not make the most out of the little things that complete you? Stop and take notice. That is the only way you'll start to appreciate the life you live.
3. Adopt the gratitude.
When you take notice of the little things, you're adopting an act of gratitude, like brushing your teeth or showering every day. Make it a habit. You'll see an immediate change in yourself. What you focus on, is what will grow. People who constantly pick out the negatives in situations aren't living their best life. They're living a life based on jealousy and negativity. Ultimately, they're bringing down the people around them. The more you focus on the bad, the more you will dwell on it. Focus on the good. Watch yourself grow.
Accustom yourself to be grateful for everything around you. Be grateful for your mistakes and bad experiences. Take it as a learning experience. Take on the act of gratitude. Your world will light up, my friend.
4. Get started as soon as possible.
Pay attention. Ask yourself what makes you smile. What makes you feel fully present in the moment? Listen to your heart. I don't mean this romantically. Literally listen to your heart. What makes it beat fast? What do you feel when you're listening to your favorite song or watching puppies play? Take it all in.
Reflect on your day and pick out the tiniest things that made you happy. Realize when something is making you happy. Take your headphones out and enjoy the world as it is. The smile someone gives you while walking past you might be the brightest part of your day.
5. Life is too short.
Although it's practical to set major goals, take time to enjoy the little things. Do what makes you happy and no one else. Take advantage of puppies, sunsets, smiling at strangers, corny jokes, and finishing a book. The list is endless. Life is too short to not appreciate the small things. One day, they will mean the most to you.