As thanksgiving approaches, we’re all told and reminded that we should be more thankful. It’s easy to look at what we don’t have instead of what we do. In this blog post, we want to look at some practical thing that we can do to cultivate thankfulness, not just in this season but in all seasons of our lives.
1. Gratitude Journal:
Daily Entries: Write down three things you’re thankful for each day. They can be as simple as a good meal or as significant as a strong relationship.
Weekly Reflection: At the end of each week, review your entries to remind yourself of the positive aspects of your life.
2. Thank You Notes:
Express Gratitude: Write and send thank you notes to people who have made a difference in your life. It can be a quick text or a handwritten card. Make a point of doing this every week or two to get into the habit of it.
5. Acts of Kindness:
Giving Back: Volunteer or help someone in need. Acts of kindness often lead to a greater sense of gratitude for what you have.
Pay It Forward: When someone does something kind for you, pay it forward to someone else, fostering a cycle of thankfulness.
6. Gratitude Rituals:
Mealtime Thanks: Make it a habit to express gratitude before meals, acknowledging the food, the hands that prepared it and our God who made it all possible.
7. Perspective Shifts:
Focus on Abundance: Instead of dwelling on what you lack, consciously shift your focus to what you have and what’s going well in your life.
