So I am not going to spend a lot of time today on a blog because I want you to be able to spend time with your family and friends, but I did want to share with you just a couple of thoughts. I recently was reading an article written by Chris Tiegreen. He makes a lot of valid points that ring true! This is what he said…
“ • It’s often said that whatever you focus on grows larger. That’s true for fears, hopes, dreams, offenses—and blessings. Gratitude focuses so closely on the good that the bad can become almost unnoticeable.
• Gratitude shifts your perspective. It makes you realize the glass isn’t half-empty. In most cases, it’s actually more than 90 percent full. If you don't think it is, you might need to focus more on what you're thankful for.
• Thankfulness is healthy. People who are continually grateful are generally in better health than those who aren’t. Conversely, complaining (the opposite of thankfulness) is at least as unhealthy as having a poor diet. The difference in physical symptoms between thankful people and bitter people is startling.
• Thankfulness is a strong anti-depressant. Sometimes simply stating your gratitude out loud—even just two or things you’re grateful for, no matter how small—can change your mood for the rest of the day.”
So be grateful…Be Thankful...Be HAPPY…it’s just that simple, isn’t it?
One last thought for today…”The turkey. The sweet potatoes. The stuffing. The pumpkin pie. Is there anything else we all can agree so vehemently about?” ~Nora Ephron....And of course be "THANKFUL" for?
HAPPY THANKSGIVING. I hope your day is filled with love and gratitude!
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