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The older you get, the faster time speeds along.

If you’re wondering where the time has gone and reflecting on days of the past—or even the days ahead—it’s important to take a moment and appreciate the small things in life.

While not every one of these actions, thoughts, or events apply to everyone, there is something on this list that is sure to connect with you.

Whether you’re starting your day or trying to unwind, remember to appreciate these 30 little things in life:

1. Waking up in the morning with another chance to get things right

“Every day, I like to wake up and remind myself to be grateful of the simple things.” – Mirada Kerr

2. Being able to see, feel, and hear nature around you

3. The air in your lungs and the beat of your heart

“My heart is beating, and I’m breathing, and nothing anybody has ever done has changed that.” –Rupi Kaur

4. The sun rising in the morning

“If the sun comes up, I have a chance.” –Venus Williams

5. Stars shining in the nighttime sky

“You cannot look up at the night sky on planet Earth and not wonder what it’s like to be up there amongst the stars. And I always look up at the moon and see it as the single most romantic place within the cosmos.” –Tom Hanks

6. The wisdom we gain from books

7. The comfort and safety of your bed

8. The selfless love from your pets

“Pets have more love and compassion in them than most humans.” – Robert Wagner

9. Friendships that last for years

10. Giving unconditional love to another human being

“The greatest gift that you can give to others is the gift of unconditional love and acceptance.” –Brian Tracy

11. You’re uniquely you

12. Appreciating art through paintings, music, and more

“The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls.” –Pablo Picasso

13. Your home

14. Change that helps us grow

“Progress is impossible without change, and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything.” –George Bernard Shaw

15. You have the power to change the world

“Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars and change the world.” –Harriet Tubman

16. Appreciating teachers who have changed our lives

“Let us remember: one book, one pen, one child, and one teacher can change the world.” –Malala Yousafzai

17. Continuing education for the rest of our lives

18. Taking risks

“Be brave. Take risks. Nothing can substitute experience.” –Paulo Coehlo

19. The connection with your family

“The love of family and the admiration of friends is much more important than wealth and privilege.” –Charles Kuralt

20. The ability to forgive

“When you forgive, you in no way change the past – but you sure do change the future.” –Bernard Meltzer

21. Freedom to choose how you live your life

“The secret to happiness is freedom, and the secret to freedom is courage.” –Thucydides

22. Being present in the moment

“Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment.” –Buddha

23. Deciding to be happy today

24. Having hope for tomorrow

“Hope is being able to see there is light despite all the darkness.” –Desmond Tutu

25. Choosing today to use your imagination

“Logic will take you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere.” –Albert Einstein

26. Having Humor

“Everything is funny as long as it’s happening to someone else.” –Will Rogers

27. Your independence

“I have an independent streak. You know, it’s kind of hard to tell an independent woman what to do.” –Betty Ford

28. Our successes in life

“Some people dream of success, while other people get up every morning and make it happen.” – Wayne Huizenga

29. Appreciating good music

“Music is a higher revelation than all wisdom and photography.” –Ludwig van Beethoven

30. The power of positivity

What do you appreciate in life?

Hopefully these quotes help you step back and think about what’s most important in life, and what you’re grateful for today. For more inspirational quotes and ways to stay mindful, keep following our blog here at Best Life Hub.