Happy Thanksgiving to all who celebrate!
As much as I love celebrating and giving thanks for my beautiful life this time of year, let’s be real here: expressing gratitude shouldn’t be on a holiday basis.
The things + people that enliven our existence don’t just come and go… they’re always with us. And WE have the responsibility to give those little slivers of happiness our love!
Evidently, the biggest of life transformations we have the power to create for ourselves starts by showing our appreciation EVERY FREAKING DAY.
Back in the early happenings of my self-development journey, I took so many little things for granted. I was too absorbed in the abundance I observed others achieve to see all I had in my own life.
This kept me from establishing that essential space for true growth. I was stuck in a vortex of envy and anger; I was unable to feel like I could create the life I truly desired.
When you don’t give yourself the chance to fully absorb the abundance you’ve already created for yourself, you’re perpetuating a limiting scarcity cycle.
How can you expect anything else to come into your life when you don’t even believe you have the room to give it love, support, and respect it needs?
Our thoughts are so absolutely powerful, they have the ability to trigger physiological changes in our physical and mental health. If you’ve been feeling drained, in a slump, or overly exhausted- backtrack to uncover what thoughts are weighing down your energy!
Gratitude turns what we have into enough! When we believe we have enough, yet simultaneously excited for the chance to welcome the abundance we deserve- that’s when real wealth is received.
Remember: when the Universe recognizes your gratitude, it’ll reward you as such.
Even though the holidays are a fun time to focus on unity with your loved ones, true abundance goes beyond what we give in gifts or bring to the table.
As amazing as it is to cherish all that’s around you, there’s one person who’s endured it all you probably overlook… your freaking SELF.
Isn’t it crazy how so many of us displace our thanks to things outside of ourselves, and don’t even think to thank the one person who’s been with us through it all?
YOU are your biggest supporter, your 24/7 best friend, the one who’s seen you pursue all your wildest dreams. It’s time you give yourself the recognition you truly deserve- and that is a gift you can give yourself year freaking round!
A great way I like to integrate the art of gratitude into my Sparkle System Coaching Certification + Six Figure Business School is to have my students write letters to role models. Here’s the catch: before they read it (aloud or to themselves), I ask them to cross out the name of those they’re expressing gratitude for- so they can write their own name.
You’d be amazed at the raw reactions I’ve seen. Watching someone read all their words of support, love, and praise to their own selves is truly a vulnerable yet empowering experience I believe everyone should have.
Try writing a letter of gratitude sometimes – see what meaningful value you bring to life arises!
If you’re looking to actively better your own gratitude customs, here are some principles to start living by NOW to create that room for abundance:
- Concentrate on finding the good, or even the opportunity to grow, in every situation.
- Like attracts like; what you focus on will return to you with a similar frequency!
- Don’t be afraid to commit random acts of kindness- for yourself OR others!
- Each day is a new opportunity to grow your values, confidence, and passions.
- Be respectful; you never know what others around you are experiencing.
Want more tips on how to embody authentic, enlightening gratitude in your life? You can check out my FREE Facebook community for fun ways to practice it year-round!