The Top 5 Ways To Appreciate Life More
Everybody goes through a period of time in their life in which they think they’re worthless, their life is horrible, and nothing will ever go their way. For some people they might experience this for days or weeks, others for just a few moments.
The majority of people really don’t think about exactly how lucky they are to be alive. We wonder through life with a thick cloud of fog covering our eyes, going through the motions of life day in and day out.
On your quest for finding the perfect life, happiness should be one of your top priorities. Learning to appreciate life is a very big aspect of that. You can be a happy person but until you take the time to appreciate the life you have, you will never reach your highest potential of happiness.
There are many ways in realizing that you have a great life, but below I will outline what I think are the 5 easiest and simplest ways of realizing this important truth.
The Top 5 Ways To Appreciate Your Life More
- Things can always get better - You may be having a rough time in your life right now, but you need to sit down and think about the fact that you’ve had many other amazing times in your life. Whether you’re poor, unhealthy, just lost a job, or lost your spirituality and connection with God, things can always get better. The goal of this website is just that - improving your life to the point where it’s your dream life. No matter where your life stands - there is always a way to make it much better.
- Get a pet - In my opinion, pets are one of the best forms of healing therapy available. Have you ever noticed that when you’re upset or sick, your pet seems to notice and acts more loving towards you? Having a pet can get you through some very rough times because no matter what, they’re always there for you. Dogs are called “a mans best friend” for a reason. Having a pet is like having a permanent emotional support system on call. By having a pet you can appreciate the fact that you have support no matter what you did or what happened to you.
- Watch or play with a baby - When you look at a baby, especially one that’s laughing or smiling, you can’t help but feel happy. There’s something about the innocence of a baby that sends a vibrant positive energy throughout the entire room. If you learn a little about the process of having a baby, you will be amazed at what a miracle it is to have a baby, and yet it’s done so frequently.
- Look at the stars - If you really feel that you don’t appreciate your life and need to get a deeper understanding of it, just go into the country somewhere and gaze at the stars. When you look up and see the thousands of twinkling stars, you begin to ponder philosophical questions about your life, how amazing it is that the stars can be billions and trillions of light years away and yet you can see them, and what kind of magnificent energy it takes to create something like the universe we live in. Make it a priority to get into the country and do some star gazing every once in awhile. If you’re lucky like me and live in the country already, do it every time you’re outside at night. It will put you in a blissful state.
- Watch a bug - If all else fails, just watch a bug for a minute or 2. Yes that’s right, I want you to go outside and watch a bug for a minute. This may sound ridiculously strange, but think about it. If you need to do this you’re probably in a state where you don’t fully appreciate the life you have. Well, would you like to be the tiny little bug you’re staring at? They don’t experience the joy you can experience, they don’t experience a sense of accomplishment, love, well-being, or the ability to directly enhance their lives. They live for one thing - to make children. Even if that doesn’t show you how great of a life you have, you’ll probably start laughing when you realize that you’re staring at a bug in the ground.
In the next few days, make sure you spend a few minutes out of your day to realize how great your life really is. By utilizing my top 5 ways of appreciating your life better, you will be a much happier person and appreciate your life in so many more ways.
Your perfect life awaits,
Jeremy
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May 8th, 2007 at 12:33 am
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May 8th, 2007 at 1:49 am
Excellent post, very practical.
Listening to good music can also help sometimes.
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May 8th, 2007 at 8:27 pm
Beautifully written. Sometimes the best things in life are the little details right under your nose. I’m going out to watch a bug right now.
Thank you.
May 8th, 2007 at 10:08 pm
No problem, that’s what I’m here for :). It’s amazing when you realize how many resources for personal development are, like you said, right in front of your nose.
May 9th, 2007 at 9:43 am
Watch or play with a baby. It is works for me, can reduce stress too.
May 9th, 2007 at 10:35 am
so true.. beautiful.. life is not a bed of roses for anyone and happiness can be found in the littlest things.. please stop by to catch some more happy moments on my place … http://fresh-perspectives.blogspot.com/2007/05/top-5-videos-to-take-edge-off-of-long.html
May 9th, 2007 at 4:50 pm
I thought I was the only one that liked watching bugs. Well, maybe I am the only one that chases them around my yard with my camera. I know my neighbors think I am nuts. LOL…
May 9th, 2007 at 6:01 pm
Great reasons! I love animals too. I think my pets are one of my greatest stress management assets
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May 9th, 2007 at 10:10 pm
Well, I don’t know if chasing the bugs around your yard is exactly what I meant - but hey whatever works for ya!
Tali, I really think animals are a great stress reliever as well (obviously). I honestly believe they have an extra sense that can “smell” emotions because they’re ALWAYS there to get you in a better mood.
May 10th, 2007 at 11:20 pm
Thanks Jeremy for the valuable tips. My favorite is the stars at night which I do usually around 10:30 or 11pm. I do a walking meditation and sometimes I imagine the whole universe is inside of me. Try it sometimes as if all of life is part of me. No ego just amazement and wonder.
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May 14th, 2007 at 11:13 am
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May 14th, 2007 at 6:43 pm
Great post, Jeremy. I’m a fan of staring at the stars too. It makes me feel awed at the intricacies of our lives.
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May 16th, 2007 at 5:41 am
one way to appreciate your life is to practice gratitude. you must be aware of the things in your life and about yourself that you are grateful for. if you can not expereince gratitude you will miss out. you will not be able to appreciate what is special in your world.
May 16th, 2007 at 12:27 pm
Very true Marcia. You truly can’t enjoy life well enough until you fully appreciate everything you receive and go through each day in life.
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May 28th, 2007 at 7:42 pm
Good list, Jeremy. I have a couple more, but then it would be the Top 7.
Anyway, for your consideration:
Watch the ocean
Volunteer to help someone less fortunate
Thanks for the post.
May 28th, 2007 at 9:10 pm
I agree, there are a lot more that could be added. However, I wrote the post as a part of a promotion for Problogger and it had to be about “Top 5″ so I only did it for that :).
There are many, MANY things in this world that could be used to appreciate life more. The important thing is finding the ones that work best for each individual person.
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December 12th, 2007 at 6:01 pm
SO simple it makes sense. I put this on a blog on MySpace, with credit to your webpage.