The GratitudeSite

Whatever our individual troubles and challenges may be, it’s important to pause every now and then to appreciate all that we have, on every level. We need to literally “count our blessings,” give thanks for them, allow ourselves to enjoy them, and relish the experience of prosperity we already have.” — Shakti Gawain

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Happy Birthday America!

On this 4th of July weekend I am grateful to celebrate the birth of my beloved country. With all its flaws and shortcomings, it is still the “Home of the Free and the Brave.” Nearly every other day of the year we take for granted the freedoms and rights that we have available to us [...]

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Be Thankful

Be Thankful 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 [...]

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The Flame Within

“At times our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us.” — Albert Schweitzer

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