Some people are just naturally happy. They are just born that way, right? Well, yes and no. While happiness appears to have a certain set point, researchers estimate 40% of our level of happiness is influenced by our habits. Happy and unhappy people have similar … [Read more...] about Practicing Gratitude: Finding What You Want in What You Already Have
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Remembering and Reflecting
I have a natural tendency to look toward the future. What is the next step or what is the next thing that is going to happen in my life? With the end of the year approaching, I am already looking ahead to the next year. Planning the next vacation. Brainstorming about the spring … [Read more...] about Remembering and Reflecting
Giving Thanks in the Small Things
I am not sure about you, but I have often struggled with ungratefulness. Comparison is an easy thief of joy, and I have and still do struggle with not being grateful for where God has me or what God has given me. For example, things I have struggled with is coveting what other … [Read more...] about Giving Thanks in the Small Things
The Power Of Gratitude
Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all the others. -Cicero It’s that time of year again, when we formally turn our attention to our blessings. Or at least we try. I don’t know about you, but when I’m in a long grocery line with my cranberries, … [Read more...] about The Power Of Gratitude
