Creating a culture of gratitude Let’s create a culture of gratitude – within ourselves, our families, our homes, our communities, in the world. Imagine if we lived in a world where people focused more energy on giving thanks and feeling appreciation rather than on complaining. Imagine what life would be like if we lived with gratitude glasses that saw the little miracles in our everyday lives – rather than entitlement lenses that focused on what we lack.
Gratitude practice begins by paying attention. Notice all the good things you normally take for granted. Did you sleep well last night? Did someone at work or on the street treat you with courtesy? Have you caught a glimpse of the sky, with its sun and clouds, and had a moment of peace? It also involves acknowledging that difficult and painful moments are instructive and you can be grateful for them as well. Directing our attention this way blocks feelings of victim-hood. Changing the world begins with changing ourselves.
For no particular reason say ‘Thank you Aba, I love You and thank you for giving me life!’
