Sometimes life throws the toughest curve-balls when you are least expecting it. You find it hard to name the good things in your life, but little do you realize there are so many reasons you should be thankful. So, stop searching for the things you do not have, and start realizing the things you already have. Be thankful for those. Other people would be lucky to have what you have.

Not everyone has these things, but if you do, you should be grateful for them and many more.

1. Your family and friends
2. Your money
3. Your pets
4. Your house
5. Your food
6. Your clothes
7. Your shoes
8. Your car
9. Your technology (phone, computer, tv, etc.)
10. Your education
11. Your health
12. YOUR LIFE!

These are just 12 of the many things you should be thankful for. Even the small things like a good night's rest or your morning coffee. Be thankful for these too! Many people in the world cannot be thankful for these things because they do not have them. Imagine what your life would be like without these things. People nowadays worry about not having a cell phone. Really? That’s what you are worried about? Think of the people who have never used a cell phone in their entire lives. You can survive without one too.

Being thankful is not hard. Find the good things in your life and write them down. Do not think of what other people have and wish to have those things. Think of what you have and be grateful.

The most important thing is to be thankful for your life. I think many of us take life for granted. We’re too busy thinking about what we wish we had, and not spending enough time appreciating what we already have.

So, now that the holiday is over, remember that Thanksgiving is not the only day to be thankful on. Be thankful for everything, everyday. Do not use Thanksgiving as an excuse to only be thankful on that day. Of course, appreciate Thanksgiving too, but appreciate every other day as well.