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description: For many of us, life seems to be a constant scramble for more "stuff"—from fancier cars, to the latest electronic gadgets, from fine clothes to extravagant vacations. And if we fall short in our pursuit, we feel left out or depressed.But are these the things that really matter in life?Hardly.What's really important are some of the simplest gestures, events and values—like a hug and a sunrise, courage and kindness, afternoon naps and hot summer nights.The first-person stories in this book celebrate simple pleasures like these. And they show how focusing on these little things can help you overcome hardship and find great value in your life. Read these words and you'll be encouraged, enlightened and enriched from head to soul.
title: 50 Things That Really Matter