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Living In Gratitude: Each day I am thankful for…

Take a moment and reflect on the things for which you are thankful.

  • Nights that turn into mornings
  • Friends that turn into family
  • Dreams that turn into reality
  • Likes that turn into love

And a few more….there are so many!

  • Sleeping in
  • Laughing until I cry
  • The bright warmth of the sun
  • Vacations
  • A peaceful, rejuvenating walk in nature
  • Spending time with loved ones

Living In Gratitude: Most of all, be thankful

Take time to reflect, write in your journal or post on Facebook.

 

In what ways were you kind, thoughtful, genuine and thankful today?

  • Allowing the person with one item to go ahead of me in line.
  • Leaving secret, sweet notes for my spouse/partner/kids.
  • Letting my coworkers know how much I appreciate their talent.
There are many ways to show and express kindness, thoughtfulness and appreciation. Look for opportunities each day to let those around you know and feel your genuine gratitude.

The Science of Happiness: An Experiment in Gratitude

What makes you happy? Have you ever wondered why? Sit back and enjoy this video experiment on what makes people happier.

Take time each day to say thank you, to appreciate all of the things and people in your life. Science shows, thankful people are happiest!

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The Most Memorable Give You’ll Ever Give

Make it a habit to tell people thank you. To express your appreciation, sincerely and without the expectation of anything in return. Truly appreciate those around you, and you’ll soon find many others around you. Truly appreciate life, and you’ll find that you have more of it ~Ralph Marston

Have you ever wanted to give a friend, significant other, family member, teacher or co-worker a very special gift to express how much they mean to you but were at a loss to find the perfect present?

Here it is! A Gratitude Gift Journal.

A one-of-a-kind, heartfelt present that’s simple to create. Odds are, it will be treasured as one of the best — or maybe even the best — gift your special someone has ever received.  Read more

Optimism VS Pessimism…Or Somewhere In Between

Never go to excess, but let moderation be your guide. ~Marcus Tullius Cicero

There is something to be said for moderation.  When it comes to the debate of optimism VS pessimism, many of us fall on one side of the fence or the other. Sometimes, we may even bounce back and forth, depending upon the situation.  Read more

Forgive & Let Go

At one time or another, and probably more than once, we’ve all felt we were owed an apology that never came. And when that happens, it is all too easy to hold tight to the pain, letting resentment and anger build.  Our relationship with the person who failed to ask for forgiveness begins to deteriorate.  We say to ourselves, “Well, they didn’t say they were sorry, so why should I forgive them?  Ultimately, we make a choice to be mad at them.  This anger builds until eventually, what we once shared or liked about that person ceases to exist.

Has anyone else had this happen to them, or is it just me?

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Hearts in grass by Julien

5 Languages of Love

Chocolate or potato chips? Steak or seafood?

We all have preference, and so it is with HOW we like to be SHOWN love. Certain things resonate more than others, making us feel more appreciated, opening our hearts and making us feel truly loved.

How do you like to be shown love?

Melinda showers her boyfriend, Keith, with gifts to show her affection while he in turn washes her car.

But like a chocoholic being offered potato chips and vice versa, both Melinda and Keith are left less than satisfied.  Read more