Happy Sabbath Saints,
Tips for practicing gratitude.
Though we have discussed this before, this time of the year it's worth revisiting. Many people think of gratitude as a trait. But if you practice it, focusing on the positive things in life can become a habit and eventually come naturally to you. Looking at Christ's life as an example will aide us tremendously in being grateful.
The best way to form a mindset of gratitude is to slip it in throughout the day. You can incorporate more gratitude in your life by:
Writing it down: Take time either at night or in the morning to write down something that went well. Dedicate a notebook or journal to gratitude so you can reflect and remind yourself of those moments.
Hitting pause: Many of us reflectively say, "thanks" often. Next time you hear yourself say it, stop and pinpoint precisely what you are thankful for.
Redirecting your thoughts: You may feel negative or frustrated during the day. When that happens, step back and shift your focus to a positive aspect of the situation.
Sharing your gratitude: Send a quick note telling someone why you are thankful for them or encourage your family to share something they're grateful for each night at dinner.
Being thankful to God for the ability to learn to cultivate thankfulness is key. 2 Corinthians 2:14 "But thanks be to God, who in Christ always leads us in triumphal procession, and through us spreads the fragrance of the knowledge of Him everywhere."
Let the professed people of Gos stop murmuring and complaining. Let us remember who is the first great Giver of all our blessings. We are fed and clothed and sustained in life, and should we not educate ourselves and our children to respond with gratitude to our heavenly Father? egwwritings.org - The Review and Herald, November 13, 1894.
Thank you and bless you.
Sandra Jackson
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