Gratitude 101
November 22nd 2007 07:38
Today is Thanksgiving in the states so I thought I would share some thoughts about gratitude :
1) Write down all the things in your life for which you should be grateful. It is OK to be general with statements like "being alive", rather than making statements like "breathing, my heart beating, white blood cells, etc.". However, the more specific you are, the more gratitude you will have.
2) Really think about NOT having each item on your list above, and what your life would be like. If it really does not matter to you, then the item on the list should be removed or categorized under a more general category.
3) Consider some of the things we often take for granted. Depending on where you are in the country or world, you may or may not have some of these things:
freedom
opportunity
public libraries
clean air to breathe
clean water to drink
abundance of food
electricity
protection
4) Think of those less fortunate than you. Help those less fortunate than you. This does not always involve giving away money. Be creative. There are many ways you can help others by sharing some of the things you possess, including knowledge.
It is important to your success to have gratitude and it is important to your character to show it. The act of showing gratitude is known as appreciation. Appreciation is the externalization of gratitude usually in the form of words, writing, a gesture, or even just a look. Expressing your appreciation for others and other's actions will strengthen your personal relationships.
Here are a few ways you can show appreciation
a warm embrace
a firm handshake with a gentle smile
a sincere "thank you"
a passionate kiss
a hand-written card, email, or phone call with a sincere message of appreciation.
Gratitude is humbling. Show your appreciation for others frequently and emphatically. You will be amazed at the results.
1) Write down all the things in your life for which you should be grateful. It is OK to be general with statements like "being alive", rather than making statements like "breathing, my heart beating, white blood cells, etc.". However, the more specific you are, the more gratitude you will have.
2) Really think about NOT having each item on your list above, and what your life would be like. If it really does not matter to you, then the item on the list should be removed or categorized under a more general category.
3) Consider some of the things we often take for granted. Depending on where you are in the country or world, you may or may not have some of these things:
freedom
opportunity
public libraries
clean air to breathe
clean water to drink
abundance of food
electricity
protection
4) Think of those less fortunate than you. Help those less fortunate than you. This does not always involve giving away money. Be creative. There are many ways you can help others by sharing some of the things you possess, including knowledge.
It is important to your success to have gratitude and it is important to your character to show it. The act of showing gratitude is known as appreciation. Appreciation is the externalization of gratitude usually in the form of words, writing, a gesture, or even just a look. Expressing your appreciation for others and other's actions will strengthen your personal relationships.
Here are a few ways you can show appreciation
a warm embrace
a firm handshake with a gentle smile
a sincere "thank you"
a passionate kiss
a hand-written card, email, or phone call with a sincere message of appreciation.
Gratitude is humbling. Show your appreciation for others frequently and emphatically. You will be amazed at the results.
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Comment by katyzzz
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Comment by Tracy
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This topic is so true. It’s incredible how a small action can mean/do so much.
I love the picture too,
Tracy
Comment by Miswanderlust
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Your kind words mean so much to me! Thanks for hanging with me. I love seeing you!
Mis
Comment by Miswanderlust
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I agree with you. I appreciate all the small things folks do for me also!
Mis
Comment by Ash
Flashes of memories
I agree this is such an important topic that so many people overlook. I couldn`t stand to see someone slaving away and not feeling like their hardwork is appreciated.
Thanks for the great reminder!
Ash
Comment by Miswanderlust
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I have to remind myself also!
Mis
Comment by Lilla
From The Home Front
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Gratitude is such a big part of my life, everyday... it starts each day and ends it... it walks with me in every breath and sits silently on every leaf on ever tree... falling in every raindrop I see...and each birdsong I hear.
(wow) I think I'll have to write a poem about it now... thanks for the inspiration.
I believe that your thanksgiving festival is what has made America so powerful, honouring the earth for her bounty is powerful stuff and wise forefather's were quick to realise this fact ... too bad the current administration is hell bent on destroying all that good.
I hope your thanksgiving
iswas extra specialLilla ...
Comment by Tracy
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Comment by Miswanderlust
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Please write on sister..... beautiful sentiment!
Mis
Comment by Lilla
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Enviro Warrior
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Esoteric Bookshop
It's all around and so hard to ignore, isn't it?
Today I get to sit all afternoon in the Borbers Coffee Shop (inside the bookshop) and read, read, read whilst my daughter mianders the Mall, with her friend who is Christmaws Shopping ... How grateful am I for this repreieve and my Chai Latte?
WOW!
LIlla ...
*waving* at Miss
Comment by Tracy
Movies and Life
Yes, it is reakky easy to ignore what is around us.
That sounds like a lovely day, I love doing things like that. I'll be taking my dog for a walk later and stopping at some stage just to look and feel the world.
Enjoy your day,
Tracy
Comment by Miswanderlust
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What a great way to spend a day...walking a beloved pet, drinking a chai Latte in a book shop, or making jewelry (in my case). Oh the simple pleasures...
Mis