Thankfulness

Gratitude is the quality of being thankful and showing appreciation. It is a mindful acknowledgment of all that we have been given. When we focus on the abundance in our lives, we discover a greater capacity for generosity, cheerfulness, and contentment.

Expressing gratitude is a rewarding habit that affirms the grace of the giver. Gratitude opens our hearts, encourages us to savor each gift that comes our way, and magically frees us from jealousy guarding our possessions.

It let us celebrate today rather than waiting for the next level of accomplishment or wealth. It is a reminder that one can always find reason to be glad. 



I hope that this may be instilled in my life and I learn to give thanks on a daily basis; even through the hardest of struggles.

• Thankfulness acknowledge that God is our provider
• Thankfulness connects our spirits to the Source of all joy.
• Thankfulness creates positive outlook on life. 

 "Hem your blessings with thankfulness so they don't unravel." ~ Unknown

Be thankful that you don’t already have everything you desire,
If you did, what would there be to look forward to?

Be thankful when you don’t know something
For it gives you the opportunity to learn.

Be thankful for the difficult times.
During those times you grow.

Be thankful for your limitations
Because they give you opportunities for improvement.

Be thankful for each new challenge
Because it will build your strength and character.

Be thankful for your mistakes
They will teach you valuable lessons.

Be thankful when you’re tired and weary
Because it means you’ve made a difference.

It is easy to be thankful for the good things.
A life of rich fulfillment comes to those who are also thankful for the setbacks.

GRATITUDE can turn a negative into a positive.
Find a way to be thankful for your troubles and they can become your blessings.
 
~ Author Unknown ~ wonderful poem to live by!

Universal Saying

I just love hearing these beautiful and inspiring quotes that resonated well in our daily lives. Universal sayings that can be understood by everyone just like music and smile. These are things that we already know but it's always good to be reminded again. I think these quotes are worth repeating and hopefully this will inspire others to do better.





"Your life, Your path, Your choice"

Your life is your own creation... It is your road and yours alone. Others may walk it with you but no one can walk it for you. Don't confuse your path with your destination. Just because it's stormy now doesn't mean you aren't headed for sunshine. The purpose of life is to live it, to taste experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experience. "If you can see yourself as an artist, and you can see that your life is your own creation, then why not create the most beautiful story for yourself?" ~ Don Miguel Ruiz

"Never allow yourself worth to be defined by someone else"

There's good benefit in taking some time to think about how we define our sense of self (and worth). We are not in charge of the process therefore what happens to you does not define you. Only YOU define you. Don't let the imaginary person in your head keep you from loving the real one right in front of you. Be your own kind beautiful and simply be YOU! "The only person you are destined to become is the person you decide to be." ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

"Imperfection is beauty"

Accept everything about yourself. You are unique and perfect. Do not place restrictions on your beauty. You are beautiful ALL the time. "Your light is seen. Your heart is known. Your soul is cherished by more people than you might imagine. If you knew how many others have been touched in wonderful ways by you, you would be astonished. If you knew how many people feel so much for you, you would be shocked. You are far more wonderful than you think you are. Rest with that. Rest easy with that. Breathe again. You are doing fine. More than fine. Better than fine. You’re doing great. So relax. And love yourself today." ~ Neale Donald Walsch

"Believe in yourself"

Observe your thoughts, desires and inhibitions. Ask yourself this if you had the ability to manifest anything or do anything what would you choose to do? "Those who love you are not fooled by mistakes you have made or dark images you hold about yourself. They remember your beauty when you feel ugly; your wholeness when you are broken; your innocence when you feel guilty; and your purpose when you are confused." ~ Alan Cohen

"The impossible is possible" 

Time and time again, history shows us that what all previous generations told us could not be done, a new generation will go out and own. Human beings crave the familiarity and comfort of habit, and fear failure, ridicule and change. What have you been telling yourself that you cannot do, that you were destined to become? "Anything is possible" when you believe in yourself; keep reminding yourself that you can do anything if you put your mind into it and you can be anything you want to be.

"Happiness is contagious"

Fill your mind with happy thoughts. Be happy and spread joy to those around you so that people can feel the positive energy in you and they are happy too. The best way to cheer yourself up is to cheer someone else up. "The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts therefore guard accordingly." ~ Marcus Aurelius

"The possibilities are endless"

You have the power to live your life as fabulous and amazing as you can ever live. Only you can change your way of thinking. Your value is in the incredible person you were created to be. Your past mistakes do not change your value. "When you experience uncertainty, you are on the right path – so don’t give it up. You don’t need to have a complete and rigid idea of what you’ll be doing next week or next year, because if you have a very clear idea of what’s going to happen and you get rigidly attached to it, then you shut out the whole range of possibilities." ~ Unknown

"Live in the present"

Don't allow your past to be present in your future. Don't hold on tight to your past; leave it all behind. Let the past be the past. Today is a new start. New beginning. New opportunities. Start living in the present.

“Accept the present moment and find the perfection that is deeper than any form and untouched by time.” ~ Eckhart Tolle

“Stay true to yourself and listen to your inner voice. It will lead you to your dream.” ~ James Ross