Gratitude Is the Gift That Keeps on Giving

Gratitude is truly the gift that keeps on giving.⁠

So often we find ourselves in a constant state of yearning. We want more money, a better job, a cooler car, a different partner, a nicer house. Wanting can propel us forward, but it also prevents us from being present in the moment.⁠

What if instead, we fell in love with ourselves and our lives exactly as they are right now, in this very moment? Contemplate what if not a single thing changed in your life — could you be happy?⁠

This might sound scary to some, thinking that if they accept things the way they are and focus intently on what’s already positive in their life, then they’ll never change or move forward. But I can assure you that’s not the case! When you expand your perception of your life to become grateful for exactly who and where you are already, you begin to experience an immense amount of joy and happiness — creating a positive vibration that in turn creates MORE joyful and happy experiences. That's real gratitude, not fake pretend gratitude — and that's what makes a rich life.⁠

What are you feeling gratitude for today?

[Photo credit: Daniel Johnson]