Recent studies have concluded that expressions of gratitude can have profound and positive effects on our health, our moods and even the survival of our marriages. A growing body of research also shows that gratitude is truly amazing in its physical and psychosocial benefits.
We don't have to look far for reasons to despair. However, in cultivating a sense of genuine gratitude in ALL things (1 Thess. 5:18), life gets better not just for us, but for everyone around us.
I began my own "intentional" journey of gratitude almost one year ago, while reading One Thousand Gifts, by Ann Voskamp, with my daughter Sarah (a gift in itself).
With each passing day my list grows, but at nine months and counting, it has become way more than just "a list" (and some amateur photography). It has become a daily reminder to bow my heart in gratitude, finding beauty in the mundane, making the small stuff count for more than the bad stuff, and looking at everything in life with new purpose and a thankful perspective!
673. The colors of autumn.
674. The silver lining in every cloud.
675. The wilderness, don't miss it (there's something to be learned there too).
676. Celebrating new life (with old friends in new houses)
677. A perfect autumn day.
678. Friendships, birthdays and layered pumpkin cheese cake.
For another day my sense of well-being leaves me happy, healthy and giving thanks in ALL things.
May expressions of gratitude do the same for you.
CRYSTAL
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