Gratitude

I always thought "Grow Rich in Gratitude" would be a great book title. Not rich in a material sense. More like the highest level of fulfillment. Gratitude is the elixir in life. About six years ago, Oprah had best selling author Sarah Ban Breathnach on her show. The author wrote a book called, "Simple Abundance" which asked readers to journal basic things they were grateful for every day. When Oprah claimed that journaling gratitude had changed her life and made it better, I took note and bought the book. A dozen journals later, I can honestly say that the simple act of writing out what I'm grateful for changed my life as well.

An attitude of gratitude is transforming. Most people wait to be happy. What are they waiting for? There will never be a better more perfect time than now. The magic of life is to be appreciative NOW. A happy grateful person is inspiring. And uplifting. Who doesn't want that or to be around that? The art of gratitude doesn't always come naturally and may require practice, but it's definitely worth seeking.