a gratitude invitation
Take a deep breath and answer this question.
Maybe go with the first things that pops into your mind.
Or sit down and make a list.
Or even do a little dance of gratitude for the beauty of being here in this moment, breathing, living.
Even if you are having "one of those" days (perhaps especially if you are), let yourself be filled with gratitude in this moment.
And I'd love it so much if you would share at least one thing you're grateful for in the comments.
It is okay if it is small (blue sky was the reason I took this photo)...and it is okay if it is simple (as I write this, I am really thankful for raisin toast and my friends)...and it is also okay if it is something huge. And if you dance, let us know what song is helping you get your gratitude groove on.
I'm so grateful to you for being here and sharing your stories. Yes.
Happy weekend,
Liz
PS And if you can't tap into gratitude right now (and honey, I have been there), trust that feeling this way is okay. You aren't alone in it. Think about what you most need and try to move from that place. And if you have three minutes, watch this pep talk from Kid President. I think he might have a superpower that helps move people to a place of joy, which is something to be really grateful for.
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Reader Comments (28)
I am grateful I have video footage of my mum with my daughter, because I no longer have my mum. She passed away last year. I just came across the video today.
Although at times I am lonely, I am greatful for all the love I do have in my life.
What I am most thankful for right now, at this moment, is the air that filled my lungs and gives me life. I am thankful for the beautiful sun in the blue sky up above me. I am thankful living my life and knowing that I have wonderful people in my life whom love me.... and that I am so grateful to have... God is good
I am thankful for this, for the opportunity to think about what I am thankful for. This morning has been hectic and I am JUST sitting down. But I am thankful for the reminder. Thankful for the chance to work so hard, loving what I do. Thank you for reminding me to be thankful. I appreciate it.
I'm grateful that I have the day off today because I have a full blown headcold and am losing my voice. So I have a long weekend now to rest in.
I am thankful for my 3 good and true friends who have helped me so much this summer overcome a lot of things. I am thankful for the beautiful weather today. I am thankful for beautiful music by the talented band Iron and Wine that helps keep me feeling blessed on days like these.
I rejoice in gratitude and thanksgiving for a husband who, with all my flaws, continues to love and support me; a wonderful nursing home with specific care for Alzheimer's patients and each of the caregivers there LOVES my mother; children out in the world doing well and making a difference; sunrises and sunsets the token signs of glory.
I am grateful for the way a good yoga practice feels. And for the stash of high school poetry that I found this morning while digging in the filing cabinet.
I am grateful for the little chickadee who came to visit me whilst I watered the garden this morning. Chicka-dee-dee-dee! Makes me smile everytime.
I am thankful for the end of a long week, my night of good sleep, cheddar cheese fries for lunch, and the possibility of Zumba class tomorrow.
I'm grateful that Autumn is almost here, it's my favorite time of year. I'm also grateful that you remind us to stop and really think about these things. Thank you.
I am grateful for a husband who loves me despite my flaws and who believes more than I do that I can accomplish anything I set my mind to.
My freshman in college is coming home on a friday night to hang out with his family :) the same boy who might have possibly kinda snuck out of the house a time or two just a short couple years ago...
I'm grateful for the dear friends I have who have been able to take me in and comfort me during a rather difficult personal situation.
After having a very emotional day yesterday (9/5/13-my son was killed on this day 10 years ago at the age of 18) I must profess my gratitude and thankfulness for my loving husband and daughter as we held each other up through this difficult day, and also my sincere gratitude and love for our wonderful family and friends whose thoughts and prayers and messages held the three of us in a big hug that we truly needed. We are so blessed and I praise God for all of them every day!
feeling grateful for many wonderful words and connections this week...what is coming is better than what is gone ~ arabic proverb ...happy friday
I'm grateful to be happy and excited each morning as I head out to my new job!
I'm grateful to have my mother close to me and I am able to take care of her as she turns 94. We cherish each other's company and try to make the most of it.
The first thing that popped into my head was...
Everything.... In the last year I have been battling with depression and at the moment I think I am winning... So yes... I am grateful for everything, today xxxxx Nicola x
This past week of having many struggles and negativity at work, I was starting to let so much of it take over into my personal life. This was a nice opportunity to STOP Breathe and think about how much I have in this life to be thankful for. My children my husband friends and family who all make it worth coming home to on those stressful days at work. Even with struggles at work I should feel thankful for the job I have. People are out of work seeking employment and struggling financially. Today I will take a moment and pray for all of that.
I am grateful for God's grace which is available to each of us every moment of every day. Amen
I am thankful God chose to wake me up and give me one more day with my family and friends. One more day to better myself and live for Him.
Enjoyed both your post, Liz, and the pep talk. :)
Today I am grateful for the way the sun gently shines in the fall and how she is dappling our leaf-strewn lawn this very moment.
I am also thankful for nine fat quarters that are being washed as I type. They've been bringing the gift of warm smiles ever since I began to care-fully-y pick them out and will continue as I sew them into a small quilt. Smiling (still) now, as I ponder my delight continuing each time I see them here on the table right next to me, inviting me to intentionally breathe in deep "ah-autumn's." Self-care in the form of visual, tactile homemade beauty? Yes.
I'm grateful that my daughter has made it through another day by nourishing her body in spite of her eating disorder.
grateful for having enough. that i am where i am even if i feel sometimes things are moving too slow. i know in my heart that it is all enough.