For today’s challenge, you need to find a small item like a rock, a coin, or a trinket. Make sure it’s tiny enough to fit into your front pants pocket. Take this item, hold it in your hands, and consider all the reasons to be thankful.Ask yourself a few questions…Who are the people in your life?What are some deeply treasured memories?What struggles are you currently facing?When was the last time you felt despair or relief?How has gratitude changed your world?Now, place the item in your pocket. Keep it there to remind you throughout the dayof thankfulness. Each time your hand rubs against it or you happen to notice it, simply take a quick moment and be graciously grateful. This easy reminder has the power to turn ordinary moments into times of thanksgiving.
November 11, 2020Feasting or Fasting
November 15, 2020Take your gratitude social today. Post several times on social media about something or someone that makes you thankful. Tag friends who mean something to you. Praise a family member who could use extra encouragement. Try to go all out with your posts. Do them often and make them fun.
Here are a few things you can be thankful for online…
-a challenge you have overcome
-traditions you enjoy
-the feel of your bed at night
-your favorite smell
-something someone gave you
-your best friend
-music you love
-your job
-education
-a book or movie you’ve enjoyed recently
-a place you’ve visited
-a core value you have
Going social with gratitude makes the day better and spreads your happiness over an entire network of friends. If you don’t want to be so personal, find some quotes, memes, or pictures on this subject and post them. Be socially interactive with thanksgiving.
