Later this month we will gather with friends or family to give thanks for all the blessings we have received throughout the year. Yet the gifts don't just come once a year, so try these tips for living gratitude all year:
Say it out loud. Saying the words out loud will keep you from taking your blessings for granted. Let words of gratitude be the last ones on your lips at night.
Avoid complaining. How can we be thankful and still gripe when things don't go our way? When you find yourself feeling stressed or depressed, stop and list five blessings instead.
Don't shop or buy. Try putting off what you don't absolutely need. Instead, clean out a closet, drawer, or storage area you have been ignoring and rediscover the good things you already have.
Live thankfully. Each day, look for small blessings and pleasures. Noticing them will help you remember that God makes all things well and deserves our thanks.
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