Count Your Blessings
When we start appreciating the gift of life and the experiences we have, our thankfulness grows stronger.
When we practice being thankful, we often take time to recognize the good things, like people, things, and places that make up our lives. It’s awesome to appreciate our good fortune, but real thankfulness comes from understanding that just being alive is a gift, no matter what’s going on. When we’re truly grateful, we realize that being alive is a special experience, and we feel connected to the mysterious beauty of life itself.
You know, it’s tough for most of us to tap into that deep level of awareness, right? We’re all caught up in the rollercoaster of our own lives, with all its ups and downs. But here’s the thing: the world is like a tide, it goes in and out, gets bigger and smaller, and gives and takes. It’s not always reliable. So, if we only say “thank you” when things go our way, that’s not real gratitude.
Life is full of surprises, and it can take away our belongings, relationships, and even the people we cherish at any moment. But ironically, it’s often this kind of loss that makes us appreciate life more, beyond just being happy when things go our way. Even getting sick or having a close call with an accident, or a hurricane and flooding can be a wake-up call, reminding us how lucky we are to be alive.
You don’t have to wait for a big shake-up in your life to appreciate it. Just taking a few moments each day to focus on your breath and be present in the moment can do wonders for making you feel grateful. And remember, the life force that flows through you is generous and unconditional, no matter what’s going on around you. So, let’s wake up and be more aware of that!
Peace & Harmony, Cheryl
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