A Grateful Heart: Reflections on Where I Am Today.

Gratitude is one of those things that’s easy to forget when life gets busy. Sometimes, we’re so focused on what we don’t have or what we’re still chasing that we completely overlook the blessings right in front of us. But when I really take a step back to reflect, I realize that there’s a lot I have to be thankful for — things that might seem small to others but mean a lot to me personally.

The first thing I’m deeply grateful for is how much I’ve improved financially. This time last year, things were really tough for me. I found myself in situations where I had to reach out to friends for help — just to get some basic things I needed. It wasn’t something I enjoyed doing, but it was my reality then. Today, though, I’m in a better place. I won’t say I’m completely independent or rolling in money, but I’m now able to cater to some of my needs without having to depend on my parents or constantly ask others for help. That growth — that little shift in financial stability — means the world to me, and I’m genuinely grateful for it.

Secondly, I’m thankful for good health. Earlier this month, I came back home from school, looking forward to some rest. But just a few days after I got back, I started experiencing a really sharp stomach ache. It was so intense that sleeping became difficult, and I had to visit the pharmacy twice just to get relief. It honestly scared me because I didn’t expect to fall sick right after getting home. Eventually, I realized it might have been caused by not eating early in the day, so I’ve been more intentional about that. Thankfully, I feel much better now. There’s nothing quite like being healthy — it’s one of those things we don’t appreciate enough until it’s threatened. I’m truly thankful that my body is healing and that I can function normally again.

Lastly, I’m grateful for my education. I won’t pretend to be the best student in my class, but I’m definitely among the top ones — and that’s something I’m proud of. I just completed my practical year, and by October, I’ll be moving into my final year at the university.

Thinking back on this journey, it hasn’t been easy at all. There were moments I felt completely worn out — emotionally, mentally, and physically. Times when school became so overwhelming that I honestly considered giving up. But then i pushed through, and now, I’ve come this far. I have spent four whole years in the university, which alone is worth celebrating. I’m hopeful that my fifth and final year will be even better than the ones I’ve completed.

So yes, these three things — financial progress, my health, and my education — are what I’m most grateful for at this point in my life. They remind me of how far I’ve come, and they keep me grounded even when life gets tough and overwhelming.

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