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The Karma of Gratitude
A thankful person is thankful under all circumstances. A complaining soul complains even in paradise. – Baha’u’llah
Weekly Photo Challenge: Unexpected
A daisy in the midst of cone flowers is unexpected. That practicing the expression of gratitude, even in the difficult time, would bring more joy into our lives is counter intuitive, and also unexpected. When we express gratitude and forgiveness, as the Amish did… Continue Reading “Weekly Photo Challenge: Unexpected”
What Is Gratitude?
Gratitude is the intention to count-your-blessings every day, every minute, while avoiding, whenever possible, the belief that you need or deserve different circumstances. – Timothy Miller in How To Want What You Have
In Return for Our Gratefulness . . .
In gratitude for your own good fortune you must render in return some sacrifice of your life for other life. – Albert Schweitzer
The Magic of the Words “Thank You”
The day I acquired the habit of consciously pronouncing the words “thank you”, I felt I had gained possession of a magic wand capable of transforming everything. – Omraam Mikhael Aivanhov
Living Gratefully
There are many things to be grateful “for” but, as I ripen with the seasons of life, the many reasons blend into a sacred mystery. And, most deeply, I realize that living gratefully is its own blessing. – Michael Mahoney
Gratitude’s Transformative Force
Gratitude is the most passionate transformative force in the cosmos. When we offer thanks to God or to another human being, gratitude gifts us with renewal, reflection, reconnection. – Sarah Ban Breathnach
Maya Angelou on Gratitude
When we give cheerfully and accept gratefully, everyone is blessed. – Maya Angelou Sister Adele, though not doing photography work presently, continues to graciously offer her gifts with a spirit of joy. And we are all blessed by her work and her cheerful disposition.… Continue Reading “Maya Angelou on Gratitude”
The Expansiveness of Gratefulness
There’s a self expansive aspect of gratitude. Very possibly it’s a little known law of nature: the more gratitude you have, the more you have to be grateful for. – Elaine St. James
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