6 Grateful Zodiac Signs Who Appreciate The Little Things In Life
Even the sound of birds chirping outside their window makes them happy.
getty There’s a trick to having a good life, and it's to appreciate the little things. For the grateful zodiac signs, that's what they do best. And though their horoscope may try to put them down at times, there's no doubt that they see the best in astrology.
It’s easy to become so busy and cynical that we don't even notice the beauty around us. Sometimes we need to stop and enjoy that perfect cup of coffee, the smile of a child, or the view out of our window. As all those small moments add up, you begin to have more of your day filled with joy and gratitude.
When we’re able to focus and enjoy life’s small wonders, it helps to de-stress us, make us have a more positive outlook, and be grateful.
Gratitude is a powerful force. It helps puts things in perspective and helps you become more fully aware of how much you have. You’re not only able to recognize the true worth of things, but their importance to your life.
If you need help appreciating the small things each day, make a journal for everything thing you’re grateful for. Or, when you’re doing something mundane like brushing your teeth at night, go through the day in your mind and make a list of everything you appreciated.
Which grateful zodiac signs focus on the positive aspect of their days and are aware how those things give meaning to their lives?
1. TAURUS (April 20 - May 20)
It's not that Taurus don't have an appreciation of the big or luxurious items of life, they just know innately that it's paying attention to the small things that help us to not get overwhelmed by the negative things that are bound to occur in life.
They are realists and know that bad things are going to happen, but small pleasures have the ability to distract us enough to soften the blow of the inevitable bad crap that happens to everyone. Think of good things as airbags that help cushion you against the impact of a collision.
2. LIBRA (September 23 - October 22)
Libras try to be very present so they don't miss the small joys of life. They know that these moments are valuable and give their lives meaning. Libras sometimes fear that they'll miss out, which can make them hyper-vigilant.
By being in the moment, they automatically live in a place of gratitude, and they get enough wonderful moments to balance out the terrible. Libras tend to look at things on the bright side and are always the person who makes the best out of a bad situation.
3. GEMINI (May 21 - June 20)
For Geminis, it's the small acts of kindness that strengthen their relationships, not just with their family and friends, but with their co-workers and the people they meet throughout the day. These are small things that make people's days better and promotes good feelings.
4. CANCER (June 21 - July 22)
Many of Cancer's favorite small moments have to do with the people that they're close to. When they sit down to family dinner or their child laughs for the first time, Cancer is filled with joy. Appreciating the small things and being grateful for them makes one feel secure, as if all is right in the world, and they are surrounded by warmth and love.
If a Cancer is feeling unhappy or angry and they take that emotion and focus it on something positive, they'll start to feel better in no time.
5. VIRGO (August 23 - September 22)
Virgos know that when you pay attention to the small things in life, you learn a lot about yourself, the world, and how you fit into the world. Virgos are all about learning and improving themselves. By focusing on the small things, it gives Virgo the ability to break things down into manageable solutions.
If you appreciate the small steps as you take them, you won't notice the long distance you travel. Virgos have a talent for being able to focus on the tiny details of every situation, but being able to see the positive in those details is what sets Virgos apart from everybody else.
6. PISCES (February 19 - March 20)
Pisces pay attention to the best moments of their day and use them for inspiration. If they have something difficult they need to do, they use those small moments of joy to reinforce their determination.
They know that for every bad thing that happens, there are many more good things that happen, even if those good things are small and you have to look for them. Pisces have an uncanny ability to see beauty, even when it is hidden to most people, and this ability enhances Pisces' life.
Christine Schoenwald is a writer, performer, and teacher who loves writing and performing personal narratives. She's had pieces in The Los Angeles Times, Salon, Woman's Day, Purple Clover, Bustle, and is a regular contributor to Ravishly and YourTango. Check out her website or her Facebook page.