I remember when I was growing up being dragged kicking and screaming to my mum’s church. It tended to be quite a colourful affair. Lots of singing, plenty of animation and a fair bit of drama, if you ask me. There was a song at church that we used to sing once in a while entitled "Count Your Blessings". It was all about being grateful for what you had and what God had given you. I hadn't really thought about the song (or those Sundays for that matter) for some time, until I received a 'Thought for Today' in my inbox at work. Having signed up for the pleasure, these daily pick-me-ups come from those lovely people at www.innerspace.org.uk. Yesterday's went as follows:
"Even when you feel as though things aren't going well in your life, you have reasons to be grateful. Today, take time to appreciate the gift of life and all its wonders. Count your blessings and cherish what you have."
To the point and a powerful message.
I totally agree - we all must develop an attitude of gratitude. I have to leave the religious aspect to one side as that's not my thing but I have a gratitude mantra that I go through every day and it really does make you consider all of those things that are just great in your life.
ReplyDeleteThe hardest thing is to recite the mantra when you're in a howler of a mood - I've done it through gritted teeth before!! :)
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