It is easy to get frustrated with life and see things in a negative light. It’s not hard going down the rabbit hole of reasons on “why life sucks so bad.” 

Ever since I got sober from smoking marijuana though,  I’ve been doing my best to practice daily gratitude. And, now that we are in the season of gratitude, I thought it would be great to write down all the things I am grateful for. 

100 Things I am Grateful For: Thanksgiving 2025 Edition

1. A warm and cozy apartment where I feel safe
2. Having a loving wonderful family who loves and cares about me deeply (and who I love and care about deeply)
3. My twin sister
4. My Mom
5. My Dad
6. My Step-Dad
7. My loving boyfriend who supports me in everything I do
8. My niece and nephew and listening to them laugh
9. Being employed at a company with authentic and friendly people, where I also receive benefits like PTO and health care (and get to work from home!)
10. My health
11. My ability to run and train for marathons.
12. Cool crisp fresh air
13. A morning routine
14. A sleep routine 
15. Clean, safe water to drink
16. Free laundry at my apartment complex
17. The ability to live and breathe.
18. My new feather down comforter and helps me get good sleep 
19. My pets who love my unconditionally
20. My ability to choose self-care and self love over emotional suffering. 
21. A new pair of running shoes
22. A stable Internet connection so that I can work, attend grad school online, and blog. 
23. Having a reliable car that safely gets me where I need to be
24. Anyone who works in customer service or retail. These people help you live the life you want to live. Be nice to them!
25. My clothes that help me feel warm and comfortable
26. Watching a good movie
27. Healthy, delicious tasting food
28. That so many people I love are alive
29. Hot water so that I can take showers and baths
30. The people who check in on me
31. The power to make my own choices and decisions
32. The soothing effect of candles
33. Going out in nature and enjoying what Mother Earth gave us
34. Warm, delicious tasting coffee
35. The heat in my apartment that keeps me warm and safe.
36. My fully working fridge that keeps my food fresh.
37. Conversations that heal relationships
38. Being able to celebrate each year as I grow and get older.
39. Eyes that take in the beauty of the world.
40. Ears that let you soak in your favorite music.
41. The way challenges can lead to unexpected growth.
42. The chance to begin again, as many times as it takes.
43. A nose that brings the scent of life’s sweetest moments.
44. Arms that help me carry important things.
45. Legs that carry me wherever I choose to go.
46. A mouth that lets me savor every delicious bite.
47. Clean air
48. A good belly laugh
49. A reliable vet that keeps my pets healthy
50. An exchanged smile from someone I care about
51. The potential of a blank page or a new day.
52. The ability to write and express myself. 
53. Receiving a thank you card
54. Sleeping in
55. My comfy bath robe
56. Starlit skies
57. Looking back on life and seeing how far I’ve come
58. The spark of inspiration that comes out of nowhere.
59. Discovering new trails and hidden places in nature.
60. Good hair days
61. A clean kitchen
62. Electricity, and the comfort of experiencing a world where it exists.
63. The feeling of the first snowfall. 
64. How pretty Christmas lights are
65. Cozy, rainy days
66. Freshly washed sheets
67. A long hug from someone I care about
68. The feeling after a good run
69. New adventures
70. The ability to travel
71. A crackling fire
72. The smell of a delicious meal or treat being made
73. A full exhale
74. Time spent in solitude
75. My ability to conquer my fears
76. People who inspire me
77. My MacBook
78. My memory
79. Having something to look forward to
80. Pleasant surprises
81. Going camping with my family each summer
82. Sunday mornings
83. Living in a free country
84. Doctors and Healthcare workers
85. Random acts of kindness from strangers
86. My unique skills and talent
87. Made Well jeans
88. Taylor Swift and living in a time where she exists
89. The photos I’ve taken. Memories I will keep forever.
90. My comfy couch that I nap on regularly 
91. The ability to afford groceries
92. The new Iphone 17 I just bought that will make my job as a content creator easier
93. A comfy bed I can sleep on every night
94. Going to concerts
95. Local coffee shops
96. To have made it through most of this year.
97. Same day delivery
98. Whole Foods delivery
99. Three day weekends
100. My life. It’s mine, and I am grateful.

What are you grateful for this year?