Posts Tagged ‘gratitude’

Make Giving Thanks a joyful, regular ritual.  A ritual or habit could be Saying Grace before receiving a meal, recounting a couple of blessings at the end or the beginning of your day, or a creative activity such as crafting and writing gratitude postcards.  They can make a tremendous difference in the way we think about ourselves and the world, which in turn affects our bodies’ health. 

The effects of turning our attention to the fullness of our experience and saying “Thank You” for that can be enormous.  More enthusiasm, energy, alertness, social connection and general well being are invited into our lives when we (literally and figuratively) clear out the channels gooked up with negativity and make room for some joyful experiences!  Those are a lot of pretty words to say:  Just do it.  And there’s really no excuse: No time?  Nonsense, it doesn’t take long. No supplies? Rubbish, you need card (index cards from your grocery store work fine, so does a 4×6″ cutout from your favorite cereal box). Check out the photo below… cards/paper, scissors, tape/glue, anything that writes or paints and maybe a clipping from whoknowswhat.

This may actually save the day in case your time with family is typically, well, less than harmonious!  Why not gather around the kitchen table and bring all of your attention to something other than what you usuall talk about?

Make it focused, short and joyful!  But do it!  And do it regularly.  That’s all! 

Giving Thanks, In Joy,
Damaris

Breast cancer can live deep scares externally and emotionally, especially if a woman lost a breast to mastectomy.

Modern women are always on the go. We rush around, catering to our boss’s needs, our family’s needs and everybody else’s needs, often forgetting our own needs in the process. Therefore, we need doses of healthy inspiration every now and then to keep us ticking along and at our best.

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If you have witnessed the power of gratitude and are interested in supporting our work, there are several ways to do that.  You can

1. Make a purchase at the gift shop
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Thank you so much for your support! This site and all affiliated efforts are funded privately, created from sparks of passion and hope.  Countless hours and resources have been poured into this project by people committed to making this world a better place… one Thank You at a time!  Your support is much appreciated.  Have a wonder-full day!  — Damaris Pierce

When we practice gratitude, something powerful happens. Instead of moving from being happy, then depressed, then happy again, we become grateful. Many people who practice daily gratitude report that their life has improved. They are more balanced, are easier to please and they generally feel a sense of calmness and peace.

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Here is a chance to connect with hundreds of like minded gratitude people on this amazing and exciting cruise announcement. The Ocean Of gratitude Cruise will sail in 2009 and you can see first hand how gratitude can affect you and the people around you. Learn how the practice of gratitude will make you a happier person.

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A perfect example in the power of the practice of gratitude is the creation of your very own dream board. Dream boards are not only a great visualization tool, but they enable us to express gratitude, while building our future.

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Dr. Robert Emmons is known for his research with the interface of personality psychology and the psychology of emotion and religion.  His foremost interests lie in the psychology of gratitude and the psychology of personal goals. He studies how each of them are related to positive psychological processes which includes happiness, well-being, and personality integration.  His most recent research into the correlation of gratitude and happiness gives fascinating insight into the power of thought. (more…)

Research has proven that it takes 21 days to form a habit. Habits are an essential part of our life, without them we would fail in most things we try to accomplish. They help us to reach specific goals, stay focused along the way and keep on pushing when the going gets touch. At the same time, non-supportive habits can keep us from moving forward or even hurt our well-being.  As Dr. Andrew Weil says, anything you do with repetition and emotion will become your reality. If you’re not satisfied with your current experience, examine your habits. (more…)

Gratitude quotes are an inspiring way to practice our gratefulness to what is around us. Quotes are easy to share with friends and family since we can simply attach them to an email, print them onto an e-card or even draw them by hand with a calligraphic pen. (more…)