Give Thanks

Let appreciation become a way of life.

Pause for a moment

Before moving on, notice one thing that's good about this moment.

Take a moment to appreciate it.

It’s not the happy people who are grateful.

It is the grateful people who are happy.

~Francis Bacon

Begin here

As you explore the Today List, you may notice that gratitude begins to arise naturally. Giving thanks isn't something we have to force. It blossoms when we slow down, become present and truly notice our lives. In that state of appreciation, it's hard not to feel thankful for the sunshine, the trees, the food on the table and the people we love.

Consider the things you easily overlook every day. The ability to see. The work your hands do for you. The sound of birdsong or music. The simple miracle of taking a breath. When we begin to notice these ordinary gifts, gratitude follows naturally.

Today, begin your day by giving thanks for the gift of being alive. You have been given another day that has never existed before, with countless opportunities to learn, to love and to enjoy this precious life.

Don't wait for extraordinary moments before you feel grateful. The more thankful you become for ordinary life, the more extraordinary life begins to feel.