In this crazy and fast paced time, it is so easy to lose sight of the things that mean the most in life. We search for happiness in all of the wrong places, seeking instant gratification in replacement for pure happiness. We all need to remember that some of the most beautiful treasures in this world can't be bought.
1. True friendship. Between finding new jobs, moving towns, and discovering new groups of people to try to fit in with, it is easy to lose sight of the people who truly love us and have always stood by us through everything. Take a moment to remember those anchoring friendships that can't be replaced.
2. Love. Our culture is obsessed with receiving what we want with no commitments as seen by the encouragement of crazy one night stands, drunk sex, and random hookups at parties without any attention of a call the next day. Amid this "hook up" culture, we all need to remember that there is something more for us when we are ready.
3. Exploring. When was the last time you took a trek through the woods just to see the nature and get a break from the "real world"? Or searched out a new coffee shop or music venue in your city? There is so much to be discovered and enjoyed in this world if only we looked.
4. Being Present. Sometimes the thing we need most is to just breathe. To take a moment and soak in the world around us. It is incredible how much more relaxed we would feel if we just took a break from the insanity of life and just took a moment to simply be.
5. Gratefulness. A true lost treasure in this life is a grateful heart. Nothing is worse than someone who seemingly has it all yet is so sour about their situation. We all have so much to be thankful for in this life that there should never be a moment when we are not counting our blessings.
6. Family. No matter how crazy and wild families can be, they are the people who are there for us through thick and thin at the end of the day. And family doesn't just have to be blood, they can be anyone who loves you for the wonderful, amazing person you are.
7. Laughter. Laughter soothes the soul and is life's best medicine. It is one thing that is free to everyone and can be shared between friends and strangers alike. "A day without laughter is a day wasted." - Charlie Chaplin
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