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The Mystery of Gratefulness
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 During the month of… Continue Reading “The Mystery of Gratefulness”
Receive the Flow of Blessing
Gratefulness opens me up to receive the flow of blessing and connects me with the source of that flow. – Rabbi Shefa Gold During the month of January, I have always used quotes about gratitude, and still do. This year I am using only… Continue Reading “Receive the Flow of Blessing”
Liberation
Giving thanks constantly and in all circumstances liberates us from envy. – Edward Hays During the month of January, I have always used quotes about gratitude, and still do. This year I am using only black and white images as it is most important… Continue Reading “Liberation”
Our Souls’ Gardeners
Let us be grateful to people who make us happy; they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom. – Marcel Proust During the month of January, I have always used quotes about gratitude, and still do. This year I am using only… Continue Reading “Our Souls’ Gardeners”
Between the Cracks
Gratitude is exultation awaiting between the cracks of normalcy. – Frederic Potter During the month of January, I have always used quotes about gratitude, and still do. This year I am using only black and white images as it is most important to cultivate… Continue Reading “Between the Cracks”
Gratitude’s Return
In gratitude for your own good fortune you must render in return some sacrifice of your life for other life. – Albert Schweitzer During the month of January, I have always used quotes about gratitude, and still do. This year I am using only… Continue Reading “Gratitude’s Return”
Our Treasures
We can only be said to be alive in those moments when our hearts are conscious of our treasures. – Thornton Wilder During the month of January, I have always used quotes about gratitude, and still do. This year I am using only black… Continue Reading “Our Treasures”
Feast of All Saints
To be a saint is to be fueled by gratitude, nothing more and nothing less. – Ronald Rolheiser During the month of January, I have always used quotes about gratitude, and still do. This year I am using only black and white images as… Continue Reading “Feast of All Saints”
Awake and Grateful
“From experience we know that whenever we are truly awake and alive, we are also truly grateful.” – David Steindl-Rast, Gratefulness, the Heart of Prayer To learn about and/or register for Santa Sabina Center online retreats and offerings, please go to: http://www.santasabinacenter.org/retreats-page During the month of… Continue Reading “Awake and Grateful”
Grateful Living
“Grateful living: an alchemic operation of converting “disgraceful” things into grateful events.” – Raimundo Panikkar To learn about and/or register for Santa Sabina Center online retreats and offerings, please go to: http://www.santasabinacenter.org/retreats-page During the month of November, it has been my custom to use quotes… Continue Reading “Grateful Living”
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