Monday, September 4, 2017

Gratitude

Recently, I've had many of what I like to call moments of gratitude.  In these moments something happens to me both physically and mentally...a wave of elation travels through my body like a momentary high and I can't help but feel completely satisfied and content in myself and all that surrounds me. These moments tend to happen when I'm most aware of myself...of my circumstances, thoughts, trials, and fortunes.  In particular, I feel the 'moment' happens when I'm able to see the good in it all.

It's not always easy to see the good when trial and misfortune arise, especially in the moment.  But in those periods of  turmoil I try to think of the lesson to be learned, the opportunity for growth.  For me, my struggles have almost always led to a deeper understanding of myself and of a strength I didn't realize I had.  

Our struggles and how we perceive them add to our character and enhance the best parts of who we are. My advice is to try to see struggles as opportunities and be grateful for those opportunities. Gratitude equals happiness. 

Unguarded Heart

I didn't realize how much      You'd change me  How much     I'd grow and learn  How much     I needed you  I didn't realize...