I am Grateful

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 At this time of year many of us think about the things that we have to be grateful for as part of giving thanks. Feeling and expressing gratitude has health benefits both physical and psychological, not to mention spiritual. Health benefits include better sleep, and a more optimistic outlook which is linked to a strengthened immune system. 

It increases our self-esteem as it balances the resentfulness we may sometimes feel if we compare ourselves to others. It also open us up to more relationships, because expressing gratitude can help us to foster new friendships. It strengthens the relationships that we already have.

And feeling and expressing gratitude can increase mental toughness and our resiliency.

Feeling the gentle breeze

And hearing the wind rustle the leaves

Shimmering greens in sunlight

Feeling the connection

The circle of the Earth

Of life

Of nature

I am the earth

I am the wind

I am the trees

Living in the moment

I am here now

To enjoy eternity

A bird calls

An insect whirs

I am grateful

For this moment

JOURNAL QUESTION: What are you grateful for in this moment? Make a list of five things that you are grateful for right now. 

For a downloadable guide and guided visualization on Gratitude please go to: Gratitude Cleanse