With Thanksgiving and Christmas upon us there is no better time to remember to be thankful for what you’ve got in life. It’s so easy to get stressed out or bitter because maybe you can’t afford awesome gifts like prepaid cell phones for the whole family! It’s too often we forget the incredible and natural gifts of life we’ve been blessed with and the opportunities we have been given. Unfortunately a lot of times it’s easier to be unhappy and self-pitying, forgetting how many things had to go right just for us to exist at all. I’m thankful for my wonderful family and my freedom to do the things I want in life, like blogging and communicating with so many wonderful people. What are you thankful for?
If you can’t think of anything you need to think harder. Think about your family. There are many people in the world who don’t have any family at all, no one to lean on, no one to talk to about their troubles. If you’ve got that in your life, you’re already blessed. Everything after that is just extra toppings on an already delicious cake. Sorry, this time of year also makes me start thinking about pies and deserts!
Speaking of food, do you get to eat three hot meals a day? Yes? Then wipe that frown off your face. Not that you should feel guilty about it, but people all around the world are suffering starvation and malnutrition. If you get to eat nice meals and have access to clean water sources, you’ve got it pretty good. Put yourself in someone else’s shoes, someone who might not even own shoes—life could be a lot worse.
If you’ve got a job, there’s something to really be thankful for. Millions of Americans and people all across the world are unemployed right now and by no choice of their own. Unemployment can lead to poor self esteem, tough financial situations, and a very sad holiday season. If you’re gainfully employed you should thank your lucky stars, people. Seriously!
So there you have it, at least three reasons why you should be thankful this time of year. Remember, if you put good energy out in the world it will come back in time. So even if you truly don’t have many things to be thankful for, keep your head held high and do the best you can.
