Every morning we wake up, and take for granted without thinking, that we are alive. Actually, there are far more causes for us not to be alive. Waking up and being alive is very special, worthy of our gratitude. Others waking up and being alive is also very special, worthy of gratitude. We dismiss this seemingly unimportant fact as inconsequential. Nothing could be further from the truth. Inhaling is a gift, a very precious gift indeed. Acknowledge it. Make it meaningful. Give it purpose. And the same for others. Acknowledge meaning for others. Recognize purpose for others. Be happy. Help others be happy.
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Gratitude
The mark of a mature seasoned practitioner is being able to take everything onto the path. Everything. A dear friend just completed a lengthy course of treatment for advanced cancer. Throughout he remained calm, positive, […]
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We often forget gratitude
We often forget gratitude. There is so much to be grateful for. The next breath we take for granted, forgetting how precious it is to be alive. Remember to be grateful for the next breath. […]
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Practicing gratitude enhances our happiness even further
Now that we have at least considered practicing forgiveness, practicing gratitude enhances our happiness even further. Both practices rely on mindfulness, to know when we are not practicing, and to remind ourselves what specifically to […]