I’m Appreciating the Small Things (and you can too)
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I’ve been practicing gratitude lately. I heard it’s the secret to happiness, manifestation and all that good stuff. The thing is, I used to think I had gratitude, but it was weak. So here I am, trying it truly.
This is a guide on how I’m falling in love with myself, my life and all the little things around me. A lot of it comes down to simply appreciating the small things and practicing the fine art of noticing.
Staying present.
But let’s skip the intro and get to it then.
Table of Contents
Appreciate the Small Things (why should I?)
Appreciating the small things is loving the journey. Because no matter where you are, there are little wins hiding in plain sight.
Here’s why I like the little things:
I’m Happier
Appreciating the small sht is a gratitude practice. So I’m sitting here, writing, and reminding myself of how stoked I am for the cozy heater next to me, the coffee, the iPad my friend lent me.
These things are so easy to forget. But when I remember to appreciate them, I’m in a state of gratitude.
I’m happier.
Explore More:
➤ How to Be Happy-go-lucky
I Feel Present
Nothing beats staying grounded in the present. And an appreciation for the small things puts me there.
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Patience
The more I focus on the little things around me, the more I realize how important they are——and how impatient we’ve become.
Everything is on-demand and short-form.
Get rich quick, go viral, heal spontaneously, find love in one moment…I’m thinking those big events are actually a culmination of tiny moments over time. At least, if you want things to be sustainable.
Apparently, Small Things Add Up
Big wins or overnight moments are not sudden. They’re a collection of tiny moments stacked on top of each other and experienced over time. And if you don’t pay attention, you’ll miss them. I say, don’t miss them.
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How to Appreciate the Little Things
Practice Gratitude (no, I mean really)
I’ve been getting into the habit of intentionally and consciously practicing gratitude——everyday, throughout the day. This is a big part of what’s motivating me to write this post.
I’m experiencing firsthand the impact that gratitude is having on my life, mood and energy.
It’s seriously some good sht.
I’m finding that gratitude is often found by appreciating the little things. But it’s more than just logically noticing them.
You need to emotionally feel them too.
Take time to sit still (maybe with some calm music or a meditation) and truly appreciate what you have——no matter your circumstances.
For example, the fact that you’re able to pause and read this article on your phone or computer in whatever space you’re in. That’s cool. That’s appreciating the small things. And that’s a gratitude practice.
Have More Things You Appreciate
If you’re really struggling to find things you appreciate, maybe you need to collect more things you value.
Curate your life and surroundings to match your vibe, values and taste. Be picky. Try minimalism to start slower and more focused.
The more aesthetic I make my life, the more inspired I feel.
(and by aesthetic, I mean having an appreciation for beauty and then making space for your personal style and taste)
Appreciating the aesthetic beauty of stuff and moments leads to more motivation.
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Explore More:
➤ Lifestyle Design 101
Live Slower. Be Present.
…eat slower…
Explore More:
➤ The Benefits of Doing Nothing
Do More Things You Love
Do the things that make you happiest. Simple, right?
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Sometimes, I avoid doing the things I truly love. Especially in creative work, things like fear or perfectionism stand in the way.
Other times, it’s just laziness and a lack of prioritizing.
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Social Detox
Social media has this uncanny ability to make me feel behind, not good enough, not pretty enough and impatient.
And it’s really hard to appreciate the small things from that space.
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Practice the Art of Noticing
…pause more often…practice photography…
Make It a Habit
To learn how to appreciate the small things, you need to make it a habit. So I practice gratitude daily——and not just once, but throughout the day.
Forming new habits takes a little time, but…
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