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Gratitude is Powerful

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Gratitude is a powerful emotion and mindset that can have a profound impact on your life.

When you feel grateful, you are acknowledging all the good and blessings in your life. You’re acknowledging all the peace and abundance that surrounds you.

Gratitude opens your heart and mind to receive even more good.

Gratitude is also a mindset and attitude of optimism and positive thinking.

When you are grateful for what you have, you are also showing your unwavering belief and confidence in yourself and your abilities. You are telling yourself that you are worthy of good things  You are telling yourself that you are worthy of peace, happiness and abundance.

Practicing gratitude is one of the best ways to improve your health and increase your overall sense of well-being. It can help you attract more positive experiences and circumstances into your life. It can help you feel happier and more fulfilled with life.

Gratitude is Powerful

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“Be thankful for what you have; you’ll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don’t have, you will never, ever have enough.” ~ Oprah Winfrey

When you shift your focus towards uncovering the goodness in every experience and circumstance, you open the door to a life brimming with gratitude.

By actively seeking out the positives and good in any situation, you’ll find that your perspective transforms, which allows gratitude to flourish and to permeate your daily experiences.

The key to magnifying your blessings lies in recognizing and appreciating the goodness, peace abundance already present in your life.

Rather than fixating on what is lacking or imperfect, choosing to count your blessings cultivates a mindset of abundance and contentment. As you acknowledge and give thanks for the good things that surround you, you set in motion a powerful cycle of positivity and growth.

What you nurture with gratitude and appreciation inevitably thrives and multiplies. So, focus on the goodness and blessings, not the storm

By fostering a spirit of thankfulness for the blessings, both big and small, you invite more goodness into your life. The act of counting your blessings not only amplifies their impact but also serves as a beacon of light, guiding you towards a path rich with fulfillment, joy, and a deep sense of appreciation for the beauty that exists within and around you.

Focusing on the positives in your life and appreciating how a mindset of gratitude can lead to greater abundance and contentment!

 

This Too Shall Pass

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“We can endure much more than we think we can; all human experience testifies to that. All we need to do is learn not to be afraid of pain. Grit your teeth and let it hurt. Don’t deny it, don’t be overwhelmed by it. It will not last forever. One day, the pain will be gone and you will still be there.”

— Harold S. Kushner

“Life is painful if you do it right. Life will inevitably hurt you and the quality you need is not to lead a charmed life so that you’ll never be tested,” writes Rabbi Harold Kushner.  “The quality you need is the resilience to get over that. The answer is: live bravely. Live bravely in an unreliable world.”

The phrase “this too shall pass” is a powerful reminder of the transient nature of all things, both good and bad. It encourages you to stay grounded and maintain perspective during challenging times, knowing that they are temporary.

Incorporating this mindset into your daily life can be a form of gratitude practice. By acknowledging that difficult moments will eventually pass, you can focus more on the present and appreciate the positive aspects of your life.

Simple ways to practice gratitude:

  1. Keep a Gratitude Journal: Write down three things you’re grateful for each day. This helps you focus on the positive aspects of your life.
  2. Express Thanks: Take a moment to thank someone in your life, whether it’s through a note, a call, or a simple “thank you.”
  3. Mindful Moments: Pause during your day to appreciate the small things, like a beautiful sunset, a good meal, or a kind gesture.
  4. Gratitude Jar: Write down things you’re grateful for on slips of paper and put them in a jar. Review them whenever you need a boost.
  5. Reflect Before Bed: Spend a few minutes before sleeping to reflect on the good things that happened during the day.
  6. Acts of Kindness: Perform random acts of kindness. Helping others can increase your own sense of gratitude.
  7. Meditation and Prayer: Incorporate gratitude into your meditation or prayer practice, focusing on the blessings in your life.

Always be grateful!

Reading, Writing, and Thinking:

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Give yourself time each day to read, write, and think.

Reading:

Pick up a book and lose yourself in the pages of a fascinating story, or open your mind to a new way of thinking or approach to life.

You don’t have to read for hours, but start giving yourself time each morning or night to read. A few pages a day can go a long way to helping you think more clearly.

Writing:

Pick up your pen and write. One of the things I make sure I do every morning and night is to write in my journal, connecting with my thoughts, feelings, and ideas.

Writing will help you think more clearly, organize your thoughts, and process your challenges and opportunities on paper.

Writing in your journal should be part of your morning and evening rituals. There should be no rules or format you follow. Write it down if it’s in your head and heart! Let your words, feelings, and thoughts flow.

Thinking:

Give yourself time to think, ponder, and let your mind wander. If you’re always busy or connected to your devices, your mind won’t have time to relax and think clearly.

One of the main principles is to give yourself time each day to be still and alone with your thoughts. Allow yourself time to slow down and think things through.

Having a clear head and feeling more in control and confident about yourself and your life is vital to your performance and well-being.

Write down your thoughts. Journaling helps you clarify your ideas, track progress, and express gratitude.

Reading, Writing, and Thinking:

Building a habit of finding a few minutes a day to read, write, and think is simple once you give yourself permission to look after yourself and prioritize your well-being and mental health.

Make reading, writing, and thinking part of your daily routine. In this way, you will Continue to learn and grow throughout your life. Engaging in lifelong learning keeps your mind active and curious, adding richness and depth to your life.

Doing these small and life-changing things will bring more joy and happiness to your life.

Additionally, you must commit to continuous self-improvement and lifelong learning. Recognize that cultivating gratitude is an ongoing journey. You should always seek ways to express your gratitude, better yourself, and contribute positively to the world around you.

Life Humbles You as You Grow Old

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“Life humbles you as you grow old. You stop chasing the big things and start (being grateful and) valuing the little things. Alone time, enough sleep, a good diet, long walks, and quality time with loved ones. Simplicity becomes the ultimate goal.”

Age brings a profound sense of humility. The pursuit of grand ambitions fades, replaced by a deep appreciation for life’s simple treasures.

Solitude becomes a sanctuary, rest a cherished luxury, nourishing food a form of self-care. Long walks offer moments of reflection, while quality time with loved ones becomes the true measure of richness. In this metamorphosis, simplicity emerges as the ultimate aspiration.

The value of life shifts from the grand to the serene, from the extravagant to the essential, unveiling the beauty and fulfillment found in embracing and being grateful for life’s small wonders.

Life is Painful If You Do It Right

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 “Life is painful if you do it right. Life will inevitably hurt you and the quality you need is not to lead a charmed life so that you’ll never be tested. The quality you need is the resilience to get over that. The answer is: live bravely. Live bravely in an unreliable world.” ~ Rabbi Harold S. Kushner

https://www.cbc.ca/radio/tapestry/life-enriching-advice-from-harold-kushner-1.5488838?__vfz=medium%3Dsharebar

More than eighty times in the Bible it says “Don’t Be Afraid”. “Do not be afraid is the most mentioned passage in the Bible.

Fear distort your ability to think clearly and to accurately assess risks.

“There are worst things in life than being killed and one of them is to live everyday of your life being afraid and living in fear.” ~ Rabbi Harold Kushner

The cure for the fear of death is to live a life that matters.

Living a Life That Matters

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“Much of the time, we cannot control what happens to us. But we can always control how we respond to what happens to us. If we cannot choose to be lucky, to be talented, to be loved, we can choose to be grateful, to be content with who we are and what we have, and to act accordingly.” ~ Rabbi Harold Kushner,

Each person has the ability to do great things, according to Rabbi Harold Kushner. Every single person has the ability to change the world, for the better. Each individual can live a life that matters.

At Point program begins at time 7:40.

Source:  https://www.wbur.org/onpoint/2002/09/03/living-a-life-that-matters

Stay positive!

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“Much of the time, we cannot control what happens to us. But we can always control how we respond to what happens to us. If we cannot choose to be lucky, to be talented, to be loved, we can choose to be grateful, to be content with who we are and what we have, and to act accordingly.” ~ Rabbi Harold Kushner

You must have faith and believe that good things are going to happen in your life. Stay positive!

Saying again, you must believe that good things are going to happen. It may not always feel like it, but trust that life has a way of bringing unexpected joys and opportunities when you least expect them.

Have faith and maintain a positive mindset and outlook that tomorrow will be better than today. Stay positive, because your mindset shapes your reality.

By choosing hope and optimism, you invite goodness into your life. Hold on to your belief in brighter days ahead, and let that faith carry you through whatever challenges you face. Stay patient and be grateful—good things are on their way.

It is always better to be hopeful than pessimistic. It is always better to be an optimist than a pessimist. It is always better to be a dealer in hope than a purveyor of doom and despair.

Only an attitude of gratitude for everything that happens in your life ensures your happiness, mental strength and problem solving capacities.

BE OPTIMISTIC
BE POSITIVE
ALWAYS BE GRATEFUL

Gratitude Matters

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“The secret of happiness is to count your blessings while others are adding up their troubles.” ~ William Penn

Gratitude has been shown to increase happiness and the feeling of satisfaction. And whilst every single person will define happiness differently, it’s undeniable that every single person wants more happiness. And to feel more content and satisfied.

Grateful people are focused on what’s going right, on what resources and blessings they already have, and how they can use these blessings to improve their fortunes. This enables them to cope with minor setbacks and crushing defeats without losing their will to carry on.

Many believe that gratitude is the secret to health, happiness and success. By always being grateful, gratitude becomes a very important and beneficial mindset.

Embracing gratitude doesn’t mean you’ll never experience another bad day. But it does mean that you’ll approach those bad days differently.

Source:  https://thegoalchaser.com/why-is-gratitude-important/

Unpopular Rules Wealthy People Follow

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There are several ‘unpopular’ rules wealthy people follow that most don’t

The ultra-wealthy are less concerned with scrimping and saving and more focused on investing and growing and building their wealth.

By observing and learning from their habits, Vivian Tu made her first million by age 27. Here are four unpopular rules rich people follow that most others don’t:

1. Don’t worry about impressing people

Rich people put most of their spending power into buying assets (stuff that makes them money over time) instead of liabilities (stuff that costs them money over time).

Instead of buying, for example, a flashy Lamborghini that loses a third of its value as soon as you drive off the lot, a truly rich person will take that same chunk of change and buy a two-family duplex and rent it out.

They don’t care what you think of them or whether you’re impressed. They’re happy to just cash your rent checks and let youpay their mortgage.

2. Have an abundance mindset

So many people have a scarcity mindset — a constant feeling that we’re never going to have enough money, that we’re one slip-up away from disaster and we have to hoard every last cent.

The problem with this mindset is that it can make people very competitive with other folks in similar financial situations. So you have people at the bottom of the pyramid spending all their time and energy fighting each other for resources, instead of trying to overthrow those at the top.

Rich people have an abundance mindset. Since they know they’re going to be able to take care of their bills, they’re not worried. This gives them the freedom to decide what they want to do with their time, rather than only focusing on what they need to do to survive.

3. Think long-term

Rich people understand that sometimes, things take time, and they’re happy to wait. They’re kings and queens of delayed gratification.

A rich person has no problem, for example, socking away money in a retirement account. Yes, the $6,000 they invested in their IRA account this year is off-limits until they’re 59-and-a-half.

But they know that just because they can’t spend that money now, it’s not like it has disappeared. It’s actually the opposite: the longer they wait, the more money they get later on.

4. Share, swap and scratch each other’s backs

Rich people love being known as the smartest person in their friend group: the one with the best taste, who is on top of all the trends. You’ll often hear them say things like:

– “I have this great tax person — you should work with them.”
– “I found the best cocktail bar — you have to try the martini.”
– “I joined the best country club — and I’ll sponsor you to join, too.”

They recognize that when they’re open about their knowledge, other people will be more inclined to share what they know. It is another valuable form of currency, and it’s the same reason rich people love nothing more than putting their besties in positions of power.

Their thought process is: “I’m not qualified for this job, but my friend is, and once she gets it, she’ll owe me a solid. Then, as soon as she’s in a leadership position, I’m automatically tapped into that whole network.”

Vivian Tu is a former Wall Street trader-turned expert, educator, podcast host, and founder of the financial equity phenomenon Your Rich BFF.