Yes, it’s true you’ve still got time to be grateful for everything in your life at this very moment. It’s so easy to complain or subconsciously look at life through a negative lens, but as we approach the end of yet another year these final days present a perfect opportunity to reflect on the good things that happened to you this year. Trust me 2015 hasn’t been easy for me.

As I type this article I’m unemployed, looking for work, preparing to relocate, and dealing with medical concerns with my aging father who lives miles away (see I told you, it’s easy to complain), but I challenged myself by faith to a fun and surprisingly rewarding task. Paper and pencil in hand, I started a list of 15 things that I’m grateful occurred in 2015. The year was full of so many twists and turns, highs and lows that I nearly forget I celebrated my 30th birthday just months ago! In my Christian faith, it’s what we call “counting your blessings”.

My recommendation to you is that you give this a try before you enter into 2016. Encourage your kids, spouse, and/or friends to get involved. Laugh at the memories, compare lists, count those blessings, and keep those positive vibes going into the fresh new year.

Here’s my list, tweet me yours @chris_malone

15 Things I’m Grateful for in 2015!

To take things a step further, I also inked 16 things I’m already grateful for in 2016 as I wait for manifestation in those areas.

May peace, love, and GRATITUDE be yours every day in 2016!