I Am Alive And Thriving. Thankful Thursday. Gratitude-Some Things Are Far More Than Money.

One of the greatest gifts we receive on a daily basis is the gift of life, and the greatest miracle is being alive and thriving. Receiving such privilege does not depend on how good or bad, beautiful or ugly we are. It's just a rare privilege which could also be translated as grace.

Grace, which, going by human perspective, is undeserving. We enjoy it, not because of how smart, intelligent or rich we are but for the fact that as it rains and shines on everyone, good, bad, beautiful, ugly, smart and dull. So is grace to everyone. That is it!

Some things are worth more than diamonds or any precious ornament. Things like loving/caring family and good friendship. If you're privileged to have these, you're incredibly blessed. Blessings go beyond money or material things. Being around those who genuinely love you unconditionally, people who see beyond your flaws, yet hold you dear, that's what true love is.

Unfortunately, sometimes we get lost in comparing ourselves with others mostly based on things the physical eyes could see or money can buy. Neglecting those things we have, that money can't actually buy. Truth is, when we dwell on those things we have not, instead of appreciating the ones we have, we'd be filled with regret, anger and bitterness.

These vices bring about hatred, jealousy and unhealthy competition. Invariably, if we're filled with gratitude, appreciating the things we have, irrespective of how little they are, we'd express compassion, kindness and empathy, because, in the end, we'll always give what we have. It's impossible to speak with love and kindness if we're filled with bitterness or anger, and vice versa.

Wrapping up, living a life of gratitude, is appreciating the fact that being blessed is more than things money can buy. Having caring family and loyal friends is a blessing beyond money. Again, focusing on the little things we have is the greatest form of gratitude. As our expressions with others are as a result of what we have inside, since it's practically impossible to give what we don't have.

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