“It was then I learned that gratitude is the best feeling I would ever have…it is perhaps the genesis of all other really good feelings in the human repertoire.” Lewis Smedes, after almost dying
So when an acquaintance suggested I begin to keep a ‘gratitude journal’ writing at least three things I’m grateful for at the end of each day, I topped each page with: “What I learned today was…”
Or I’d think how my social life was virtually non-existent. Then I’d write, “What I’m learning is…my one year old puppy is calmer and less likely to misbehave when I spend more time with him.” After several weeks of choosing to look for the gratitude in each day, I went from what I called was a ‘half-empty’ perspective to a ‘half-full’ perspective. My life hadn’t changed much in that time, but I found myself less depressed and enjoying my days more. Do the unfortunate parts of your day come to mind first? Is your glass half-empty as opposed to half-full? How will you alter your perspective and enjoy the blessings of a grateful heart?
What are your thoughts? Libby
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WelcomeI love the wisdom of the ages gleaned from relevant quotes. In them there is a connection to the human experience that crosses all borders. Join me as I relate my personal experiences, and link the wisdom of the quote to the Source of all wisdom: God's Word, the Bible. Enjoy, Libby Categories
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