08/04/2015

G for Grateful

- What are you grateful for today? 

That, says my wise friend, is the question everyone should ask themselves every morning - and maybe every evening also. And make a habit of asking it, because it sets your mind at ease, and you focus on the positive things in your life. No matter how dark and gloomy it may seem, there is always something to be grateful for. 

- And if you don't believe me: Take a moment. Walk outside. Stand there in silence. Stare up towards the sky and think of things you are grateful for. I am sure you can find something.


And as I stand there with my eyes closed, and think of the things in my life that I am grateful for, I feel a huge smile spreading on my face. What happy thoughts. Because in a way it makes me think that what I have is Enough, because I have that, and that does make me content, peaceful and happy. 

Not focusing on what I don't have, because then maybe it will never be Enough. Not thinking of the bad memories from yesterday, nor the worries of tomorrow, but simply what I am grateful for. Right here. Right now. 

Grateful for that dark night that turned into yet another bright morning and for that happy dream that turned into reality. Grateful for noticing that little yellow flower growing against all odds, and for the sight of that lovely bird flying high up on the sky. Grateful for the people that I love. 

Grateful for the gift of another day. 




What are you grateful for today? Please share. 
1-30 April 2015 I participate in the A to Z blogger challenge, and this post is written as a part of that challenge.My theme for the challenge is Happiness. I hope you enjoy coming along. 
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  1. Rhonda Albom8 April 2015 at 01:16

    We write gratitude lists. Today I am grateful for friends, old and new. Thanks for finding me again.

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  2. Thomas Charles MacInnes8 April 2015 at 03:36

    I am grateful that I have found you and your blog, through this blogging challenge. One can never have enough positive energy in our lives. Thanks for your practical and important advice.

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    1. Unknown8 April 2015 at 19:17

      Thank you so much for your kind words Tom. I so appreciate it:-)

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  3. Shanaya Tales8 April 2015 at 03:52

    I agree, Eli. There is always something to be grateful for. :) I recently started writing a gratitude journal and it has changed my attitude towards life significantly. Btw, I chose Gratitude for G too. :)
    *Shantala @ ShanayaTales*

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    1. Unknown8 April 2015 at 19:18

      Thats a great idea:-) Thanks for visiting - off to check out your gratitude:-) Hugs

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  4. Nisha Sanjeev8 April 2015 at 08:00

    True...Gratitude is the best way to connect with the Divine. Among the many things, Im grateful for this blogging platform, too!

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  5. Wendy of the Rock8 April 2015 at 09:27

    It's dusk and the wallabies are appearing outside my study window, bouncing along our fenceline... Teasing the dogs.., so funny... I'm grateful that I get to live in this amazing piece of the world.

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    1. Unknown8 April 2015 at 19:19

      Thanks for sharing - happy to see you here:-)

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  6. Dr Genevive Angela8 April 2015 at 09:32

    Gratitude is one the most beautiful disposition and I totally agree with you ; gratitude energises and fills with optimism, I am learning to be grateful all the time; I also write a gratitude list every month and blog; and ensure that I sleep with gratitude and rise with gratitude. gratitude has kept me happy, thanks for sharing

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    1. Unknown8 April 2015 at 19:20

      Thanks for sharing. Always so happy to see your encouraging words:-)

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  7. Swathi Shenoy8 April 2015 at 10:51

    This question can change so much in our life, right? I have started writing down things that I am grateful for and things that make me happy everyday. It feels so good :)

    God is a Gamer

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  8. Suzy8 April 2015 at 11:30

    Gratitude fosters positive thinking which is always a good thing. Today I am thankful for a relatively easy day at work.

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  9. sulekkha8 April 2015 at 12:12

    I am grateful for my mom's good health and my family's unconditional love.

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    1. Unknown8 April 2015 at 19:22

      Thats wonderful dear Sulekha. Best to you:-)

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  10. Unknown8 April 2015 at 13:19

    Grateful for been here at this moment. :)

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  11. Rajlakshmi8 April 2015 at 13:46

    I always say a thank you prayer before sleeping. It's something I have been doing since childhood. Somehow that keeps me grounded and grateful for everything I have.

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    1. Unknown8 April 2015 at 19:22

      Thats amazing Raj. Thanks for visiting, and sharing:-)

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  12. Anonymous8 April 2015 at 15:24

    Great thought. We forget to be grateful for so many things in life and start taking them for granted. Today, I am grateful for a fun day at work. :)

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    1. Unknown8 April 2015 at 19:23

      True:-) Happy to see you here, and thanks for sharing:-)

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  13. emilia.m8 April 2015 at 17:25

    I am grateful for another day. Though not grateful for the weather... oh well. Work in progress :)
    thank you for the post!

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    1. Unknown8 April 2015 at 19:23

      Thank you for visiting and thanks for sharing:-)

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  14. Anonymous8 April 2015 at 19:41

    I especially loved the quotes this time :) Great thoughts, Eli :)

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  15. PRATIK KIRVE8 April 2015 at 20:11

    Every time we should be grateful for something. Maybe good or bad. If we can't, we should be grateful that we are alive. I wrote a gratitude letter to my parents. I have written about the experience. Check out if time permits: http://pratikkirve.blogspot.in/2015/04/gratitude-letter.html

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    1. Unknown9 April 2015 at 23:03

      Thanks for sharing Pratik:-) Happy you are visiting my blog. Will check out yours.

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  16. Anonymous8 April 2015 at 20:47

    I ask myself that question everyday and no matter what there is always something to be grateful for. Today I am grateful for my little family. Happy A-Z Challenge!

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    1. Unknown9 April 2015 at 23:03

      That is lovely. Thanks for sharing and good luck with the challenge:-)

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  17. Courtney9 April 2015 at 03:10

    Great quote from Alan Cohen. I got to meet him once at a workshop! Grateful for a good house to live in. So many friends are struggling to find a place to rent right now.
    Maui Jungalow

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    1. Unknown9 April 2015 at 23:04

      True Courtney. Happy to see you here:-)

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  18. elly stornebrink9 April 2015 at 07:32

    I love the idea of giving gratitude for what I have not only at night before I go to bed/asleep, but also in the morning! I will have to remember that one as I am rushing (usually) to get ready for the day! Thanks for sharing! :) <3

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    1. Unknown9 April 2015 at 22:57

      Thats great Elly. Thanks for sharing:-)

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  19. Shilpa Garg10 April 2015 at 19:11

    True. It doesnt take much to be happy! And there's a lot for us to be thankful for, and even when we face challenging times. The attitude of gratitude is a habit that’s worth cultivating. I have a gratitude journal and it keeps me grounded and happy too! :)

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    1. Unknown11 April 2015 at 16:46

      Thank you so much for sharing Shilpa. As always, so happy to see you here. What a great idea with a gratitude journal:-)

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  20. Mariette VandenMunckhof-Vedder12 April 2015 at 05:21

    Dearest Eli,
    So happy to see you back here! Welcome to the writing world; where you belong after all!
    This year, I'm very grateful for having had my dear Mom for almost 64 years... Very fond memories remain forever inside my heart. It is great for going back in time, with my baby-sister; even if it eats up big part of our weeks but than, this is probably the best balm for a grieving soul.
    Hugs to you and happy Sunday. So where are you right now?
    Mariette

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