Practice Gratitude

To reach a certain point in life, we truly have to work and maintain. We don't just get there. We got to let go, we got to fight some more, and we have to choose happiness and growth through Gratitude.

First thing first, THANK YOU!

Yes, you reading this, I appreciate you! You probably ask yourself why is he saying thank you. I didn't do anything. . .

I appreciate your support and most importantly for being your authentic self.

There are so many beautiful things happening every half a second we just have to see and appreciate them.

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• Gratitude

• I attract success and peace with Gratitude

• 3 reasons to practice gratitude

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GRATITUDE

Google's meaning of gratitude:

1. Feeling or attitude in acknowledgment of a benefit that one has received or will receive.

2. The quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness.

Read that again.

Pretty good answers from Google. I feel as though gratitude comes within. When I give gratitude I don't expect it back, I give it freely with no expectation of receiving anything in return. I have practiced the method of giving 'thanks' freely without fear or expectation of hearing 'You are welcome.' Google is spot on with the second example! Practice gratitude so much that you're just ready to be thankful for every little thing. The little secret to peace, happiness, and success is currying gratitude even when facing ungrateful moments.

I attract success & Peace with gratitude

Do you notice how you feel when you are laughing?

Go ahead try laughing for 30 seconds and pay attention to how you feel.

When I am laughing I feel good. I feel a sense of peace and a little tiny success too.

If forgiveness is the medicine for the soul, gratitude is the vitamins. - Dr. Steven Maraboli

Growing up is never easy for anyone. As we get older and our bodies and mind change over time, our lives change as well. I believe in order to fully feel happy and satisfied we must appreciate where we are at the current moment.

A short background story: My siblings and I grew up in a refugee camp in Tanzania, where we waited 7 years to come to the States. A lot of people could relate to this story, even those who didn't get to experience the refugee lifestyle. We all face similar situations in life, maybe not in the same surroundings but same principles. We didn't have a lot, looking back but at the time, we had everything we needed. The smallest little things like getting new flip flaps, a new shirt, or even a new toy were the happiest moments of our lives. I understand we dream big sometimes. But I also understand when we dream big, we forget to say thanks for what we already have. If we can figure out how to dream big and be grateful for who we are and what we have, I believe the results will come abundantly.

Gratitude is riches. Complaint is poverty. - Doris Day

3 reasons to practice gratitude

There are so many reasons we should always practice gratitude, to simplify here I have three reasons to practice gratitude.

1. We become accepting and increase our chances of maintaining happiness and positive moods.

Have you noticed when you say 'Thank you' your mood automatically changes or adds to the positivity you were feeling? If not, try to consciously notice your mood when you say 'Thank you' to someone. Anyone, and say it for no reason at all and mean it.

How you felt can be maintained as a secret or you could share it in the comment section below!

Dare to Be, When a new day begins, dare to smile gratefully. - Steve Maraboli

2. Gratitude strengthens relationships.

In friendship when you and the people you surround yourself with are grateful, 99% at a time you will feel grateful. But if the people you surround yourself with are always not in a grateful state of being. There is a higher chance of you living this life ungratefully.

In marriage (even though I am not married yet) I know, if I and my future partner consistently express gratitude towards what we already have, we'll receive even more love and happiness. Also remember it is not always material gains that make us happy. It's the laughter, the problem-solving skills, the hugs, the kisses, the flowers, and the simple gym sessions together. Those are the moments that make us feel grateful and we need to acknowledge them often.

In business or work gratitude increases prosocial behavior and is more likely to increase job satisfaction among everyone you work with. We are no better nor different than the housekeeper or the guy who hands out soap at the bathroom clubs, or the guy who washes car windows. We are all human.

3. Gratitude Strengthens social ties and self-worth.

Healing is a hot topic of the year. As I grow I notice that when I say thanks even to the air, I feel healed. You look at the world through different lenses when you are in a grateful state, You become more aware of who you are and soon you discover that you could bring more to the table in the work you do or life.

You increase your social skills, connect more with people, and may make meaningful friendships and business relationships. Yes, you can have both!

I hope this post helps you in any way and continues to help you live a more happier and joyous life with gratitude in your heart. Know that the sky is the limit, when it comes to feeling grateful because this feeling grows and grows over time.

jeff Mugongo

Athlete | Fitness Coach | Writer

Just a shepherd passing by.

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