Focus On Gratitude

Gratitude turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos into order, confusion into clarity...it makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow.

— Melody Beattie

Gratitude is essential to a happy life. As we reframe difficulties by acknowledging and recognizing the positive things around and in us, no matter how small; we become stronger and more grounded. Instead of focusing on the negative; gratitude allows us to change our mindset and look at the positive side of life and all that we have and appreciate.

Like everyone, my life has included ups and downs. What stands out is that each and every experience has contributed and shaped me in one way or the other in making me that unique individual that I am today. I consciously choose to be happy because I am grateful. I take the time to reflect on all that I have to be thankful for and the blessings that I have. Gratitude allows me to be happy. 🌼🌼🌼

May the quotes below help you to overcome a negative mindset and to focus on gratitude.

When you express gratitude for the blessings that come into your life, it not only encourages the universe to send you more, it also sees to it that those blessings remain. ― Stephen Richards

When you are grateful, fear disappears and abundance appears. ― Anthony Robbins

In ordinary life we hardly realize that we receive a great deal more than we give, and that it is only with gratitude that life becomes rich. ― Deitrich Bonhoeffer

When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive—to breathe, to think, to enjoy, to love—then make that day count! ― Steve Maraboli

Let gratitude be the pillow upon which you kneel to say your nightly prayer. And let faith be the bridge you build to overcome evil and welcome good. ― Maya Angelou

If we never experience the chill of a dark winter, it is very unlikely that we will ever cherish the warmth of a bright summer’s day. Nothing stimulates our appetite for the simple joys of life more than the starvation caused by sadness or desperation. In order to complete our amazing life journey successfully, it is vital that we turn each and every dark tear into a pearl of wisdom, and find the blessing in every curse. ― Anthon St. Maarten

The miracle is not to walk on water. The miracle is to walk on the green earth, dwelling deeply in the present moment and feeling truly alive. ― Thich Nhat Hanh

Forget yesterday - it has already forgotten you. Don't sweat tomorrow - you haven't even met. Instead, open your eyes and your heart to a truly precious gift - today. ― Steve Maraboli