Why We Need To Choose Gratitude?

There’s a good probability that everyone you know who appears to be making the most of life shares one trait with you: gratitude.

Not what you had anticipated? Consider it. People who are grateful transcend all backgrounds, classifications, experiences, and results in life. They feel and show gratitude for everything that comes their way.

We frequently find ourselves thinking mostly about gratitude as the Christmas season draws near. We are appreciative of our loved ones, friends, health, current achievements, delicious cuisine, and the kindness of others. We can also cross off a long number of reasons not to be thankful at the same time.

Gratitude Embraces Reality

Giving thanks will not magically change what’s happening in your life. Chances are, you are dealing with some very real problems. Perhaps your family relationships seem beyond repair. Maybe your finances need a hard reset. It could be that your life is going great, but you cannot help but notice the extreme misfortunes of those you love – or people around the world. We don’t need to close our eyes to the reality of our lives. But when we decide to be grateful, we can bring a fresh perspective into our given circumstances, whatever they may be. You don’t need to pretend things are good or wait for them to get better to be thankful. It is not beyond your control. In other words, gratitude can be more than a reaction. It can be a choice.

Gratitude Expands Our Vision

Having gratitude opens the door to the notion that every situation and season has something to offer. We reduce our ability to notice what’s in front of us during all other seasons when we restrict our joy to the good times. There doesn’t appear to be much of a reason to be grateful when things are mediocre, usual, horrible, or disastrous.