Honestly, I’ve been feeling pretty down recently with issues going on in my life. However, something that stood out to me recently on the social media platform, Tik Tok, is a trend that lists 100 reasons why life is worth it. So, I decided to create a list of my own! To anyone who is reading this, remember, you are loved, valued, and have a bright future ahead of you. Sometimes the universe throws us curveballs, but the inconveniences don’t last and the sun will shine again. Now if that’s not convincing, take a look at these 100 reasons why life is beautiful:
1. Sunrises and sunsets.
2. The sound of a baby’s laugh.
3. Watching someone talk about something they love.
4. When the ocean is finally warm enough to swim in.
5. The smell of artificial watermelon.
6. Fresh baked cookies and milk.
7. Having a really good workout.
8. Stepping on crunchy leaves.
9. Splashing in puddles.
10. Traveling the world.
11. Your future kids, pets, spouses, friends.
12. The feeling of being held in someone’s arms.
13. New, really good books.
14. Christmas lights.
15. The way your dog gets excited when you come home.
16. Smiles on others faces.
17. Laughing so hard with someone your stomach aches.
18. The warmth of sunshine on your skin.
19. The smell of fresh brewed coffee.
20. Sitting by a fire when it’s cold outside.
21. Decorating the Christmas Tree and listening to holiday music.
22. The movies that leave you speechless when you walk out of the theater.
23. Walking through grass in the morning and feeling the sprinkle of dew as you walk.
24. The real first day of spring when you lose the jacket.
25. Puppy kisses.
26. People kisses.
27. When you’re angry so you swear, but the release you feel.
28. Trampolines.
29. Ice cream.
30. Cloud watching.
31. Taking a shower and putting on your pj’s after a long day.
32. Walking through an amusement park all day and finally getting to sit down.
33. Shaving your legs and clean sheets.
34. Receiving thoughtful gifts.
35. When someone you love says, “I love you.”
36. The release of crying really hard.
37. Painting your nails yourself and doing a good job without smudging them.
38. The feeling of talking to someone and they listen like you have their full attention.
39. Witty puns.
40. Back-to-school shopping.
41. Really good bread.
42. Achieving something you’ve been working really hard for.
43. Receiving a paycheck.
44. The kind of dreams you want to force yourself back to sleep to keep dreaming.
45. That stillness before it rains.
46. The sound of rain at night against your window.
47. The first snowfall.
48. That feeling when you’re dancing with your friends.
49. The people that mean the world to you.
50. New, successful recipes.
51. Understanding math.
52. Hearing your favorite song on the radio.
53. The lights when you’re on stage and the rush of energy.
54. Sharing a passion and knowledge with someone who cares.
55. Breakfast in bed.
56. Sleeping in super late.
57. Dessert before or after dinner.
58. Falling asleep next to someone.
59. Forgiveness.
60. Water balloons.
61. Loving what you’re doing so much you lose track of time.
62. Dressing up fancy.
63. Dancing in the pouring rain.
64. Your first tattoo. .
65. Birthday cake and awkward singing.
66. Birthday money.
67. Realizing someone loves you.
68. Spending the day with someone who loves you.
69. Eating a pint of your favorite ice cream.
70. Doing something spontaneous with your best friend.
71. Going kayaking.
72. Floating in the water and staring at the sky.
73. First dates (even the one’s that go horribly wrong make for the best stories.)
74. The colors of fall leaves when they change.
75. The colors of Valentines day.
76. The Halloween section of Target.
77. That moment when the school bell rings for summer vacation.
78. The first day of Senior year.
79. Really good hugs.
80. Blasting music and screaming with your friends in the car.
81. Driving fast down the highway.
82. Thunderstorms.
83. Listening to your favorite song for the first time.
84. Earning a good grade on a hard test.
85. Riding on the trolley to go to Disney World and see Cinderella’s castle in the distance.
86. A really good nap that gives you red marks on your arms.
87. The taste of your favorite food.
88. Christmas morning.
89. The days where everything goes right.
90. Waking up early to go to the airport on vacation.
91. Heating pads.
92. Wearing really comfy clothes.
93. When a stubborn pimple finally goes away.
94. Seeing your grandparents after Covid and getting to hug them.
95. Driving around empty parking lots.
96. Getting free stuff at one of those random booths.
97. Dressing up for Halloween.
98. Trying a food for the first time and realizing you love it.
99. The smell of toasted Poptarts.
100. Buying a gift for someone and them loving it when they open it