On cultivating gratitude.
In the month of November there is a lot of focus on practicing gratitude because we celebrate Thanksgiving. I love that gratitude is at the forefront of most people's minds due to this recent holiday that we just celebrated, but I encourage to consider this a part of your daily practice.
The power of a regular practice of gratitude is unquantifiable. Science has proven that it can expand our happiness, foster contentment, create loving relationships and even improve our health. It is impossible to be in a state of appreciation and fear at the same time. These are just a few examples that we know to be true.
My hope and wish is that this can become a daily practice for individuals, as the effects are so profound. Some easy ways to incorporate more gratitude in your life ...
a gratitude journal/jar
attach this to a morning or evening routine
share what you are grateful for with a partner or friend
Some self inquiry as you explore cultivating gratitude in your life:
Who or what inspired you today?
What small joys can you celebrate from the day?
What brought you happiness today?
I would also like to take this opportunity to express my appreciation for YOU. I am so grateful to everyone that showed up this year ... whether that was at the studio, virtual classes, the Thursday morning outdoor crew, moon ceremonies and teacher trainings. Advice and help with technology and websites. Book club. Walks and distanced picnics. Care packages, notes and flowers. The zoom room. Reading this blog. However you showed up, I am so very grateful for you. Your support and energy has inspired me more than you could ever know. Thank you for that.
In love, light + with gratitude,
Nicole