A common theme that always becomes more apparent during this time of the year is thankfulness. The season is a great reminder for all to take a moment from the hustle and bustle of life and count all the blessings and things to be thankful for.
Sometimes, showing gratitude does not have to be directed towards something grand. It can also be expressed towards the little things. Like Richie Norton said, “Express gratitude for the greatness of small things.”
With that being said, let’s see what little things students are thankful for this semester.
Busy Schedules
As a college student, having a hectic and packed schedule is usually exhausting and dreadful. However, many students view a busy schedule as something to be grateful for because it is a reminder that they have access to higher education.
To even get the opportunity to have a busy schedule means that they have a privilege that not everyone around the world has access to. Having something to work on, whether it is an upcoming assignment, a midterm exam or a group project discussion, indicates that students are actively working to achieve something meaningful, which is definitely something to be thankful for.
Extra Credit Assignments
Most college students aim to perform well in their classes and secure high grades. But as the semester goes on, students sometimes find it difficult to balance coursework with other responsibilities, which reflects poorly on their grades.
In such instances, students are thankful for extra credit assignments in their classes because it gives them a chance to redeem themselves and strive for a better grade. It also gives students a chance to be thankful for their professors who value the efforts students put in and give students the opportunity to improve their grade in a class.
Caffeine
Sometimes a student’s best companion in college is their daily dose of caffeine. Whether it is an iced coffee, matcha or an energy drink, caffeine allows students to boost their productivity and gather the energy to press “submit” on dreadful assignments.
Beyond the productivity that it fuels, a lot of students find comfort in their ritual of securing a dose of caffeine while they recharge for their pending tasks.
It’s a small but meaningful motivator for students, and for that, they are thankful.
Free Time
For college students, college life is all about managing time and making the most of opportunities. Amid all the deadlines and assignments, finding even half an hour of free time feels like a personal victory.
Having some spare time is an ideal reminder to students that rest is just as valuable as productivity. Students have deep gratitude for those little pockets of free time because it gives them a chance to breathe and recollect themselves, helping them move forward with their day.
Random Acts of Kindness
Sometimes, a small gesture goes a long way. In the whirlwind of college life, students are thankful for the little acts of kindness that may seem insignificant but are worth so much.
Whether it is someone holding the door open, a stranger giving a compliment or a friend saving a seat in class, these small gestures can brighten up someone’s day and help them understand that even the little things are worth appreciating.
Clearly, students have many little things to be thankful for this semester.
It is very easy to overlook these small details, but it is in these details where the true beauty of life resides. Gratitude for the small things in life goes to show that it is not necessary to always make grand gestures to leave a long-lasting impact.
This is your sign to take a break and reflect on all the not-so-grand moments in life that are worth appreciating.
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