Gratitude changes everything

Webster’s definition of gratitude is: a state of being grateful. Thankfulness. Gratitude is described as an emotion expressing appreciation for what one has, as opposed to what one wants or thinks he needs. Deep gratitude is not just saying, “thanks.” It is much more meaningful and comes from deep within the heart. Experts say that we can practice being grateful by paying attention to what we are thankful for, to the extent of feeling more kind and compassionate toward the world around us. Practicing gratitude can motivate us to make positive changes in our lives.  

It has been said that gratefulness is the key to a happy life that we hold in the palm of our hands. If we are not grateful, we will not be happy – no matter how much we have – because we will always want to have something else. Gratitude is a skill that can be learned. If it is practiced with the right perspective and intention, there will always be endless things for which to be grateful.