Sometimes it may seem like the only way you can find any enjoyment is if you have money to spend. Luckily, I was able to learn this is not always the case. Being a college student has allowed me the opportunity to enjoy what we sometimes refer to as the simple things in life while not having to break the bank at the same time. If you would like to enjoy life more without having to constantly spend money, here is a list of some of the best things that money cannot buy.
1. Taking your shoes off at the end of the day
2. Watching a sunrise or sunset
3. The smell of fresh air when you walk outside
4. Listening to your favorite song
5. Having your own dance party in your very own living room
6. Looking up and feeling the sunshine on your face
7. The smell of fresh flowers
8. Taking a nature hike
9. Hearing the sound of rain while going to sleep
10. Laying underneath a warm blanket on a crisp day
11. Seeing the leaves on trees change colors during the fall
12. Finding sea shells while walking on your favorite beach
13. Not being able to stop laughing
14. Seeing others around you happy and content
15. Giving or receiving compliments
16. Making someone else smile
17. Being able to sleep in on the weekends and not have to worry about an alarm clock
18. Calling your mom after a difficult day
19. The feeling of grass when walking outdoors barefoot
20. Driving with all your windows down on a beautiful day
21. Taking a relaxing bubble bath
22. Giving someone you love a hug
23. The feeling of waking up after a much needed nap in the afternoon
24. Doing a good deed for someone else
25. Climbing into your bed after just washing all of your sheets
26. Singing in the shower with no care in the world
27. The feeling after you just finished cleaning your living space
28. Seeing your pet excited when you walk in the front door
29. The feeling after finishing a long school or work project
30. Having family and friends who love you
Some of the items listed above may seem quite silly, but go ahead and take the time to show appreciation during or after experiencing various activities. Learning how to be more appreciative of everyday events can increase the overall value of your experiences and keep money in your wallet as well. Go ahead and begin basking in some of the cheapest and simplest pleasures that life has to offer!
