Gratitude is simple: it’s recognizing the good things you’ve been given and giving thanks in return. It can take many forms. Sometimes it’s as simple as a silent acknowledgment to yourself of how lucky you are. Sometimes it’s a kind word, a thank you card, or a prayer to God.

What if you don’t feel like you have a lot to be grateful for? No matter who you are, expressing gratitude really helps put life in perspective. Take time today to list all the blessings in your life. Some possibilities might include health, loving relationships, or knowledge of God. Whatever your circumstances, focusing on the good in life can help you become a happier person. Not only that, but showing gratitude can also help you develop a relationship with God when you realize how much He has given you.

We should be grateful to parents, family, friends, teachers, and everyone who has helped us in any way. Think of all the little ways others have contributed to your well-being: maybe someone helped you when you were in a tight spot, or maybe someone just offered a kind word when you needed it the most.

Above all, we should be grateful to God. He created us and gives us breath every day. He gave His Son so that we could be forgiven of our mistakes and be clean. We can show our gratitude by trying to be the best people we can. We may still fall short sometimes, but that’s where Jesus’s sacrifice comes in—we can always try again. Isn’t that something to be grateful for?