Who isn’t stressed out these days? Everyone is rushing around juggling jobs and family responsibilities like crazy. This leaves us very little time to appreciate the good things we have in life. When was the last time you thought about what you have to be grateful for? You probably haven’t in a long time.

Today is the day that you want to start changing this. From this point in time on, always take a few minutes each day to be grateful for something or for someone.

By focusing on something positive you will find that you feel less stressed out. Instead of worrying about all those things you didn’t get accomplished during the day, focus on those that you got done. Continue reading →

Children learn by example, so what better way of teaching them the meaning of gratitude by your own actions. Teaching them what gratitude means will help them their whole lives.

One of your first lessons should be to demonstrate to them just how thankful you are for having them as your children. Make a point of telling each child why they are special to you, and do this fairly often.

Don’t forget that your actions speak louder than your words. Things like giving them a quick hug or pat on the head can speak volumes, even as they turn into teenagers!

In order for you to teach your children the meaning of gratitude you need to know what you are grateful for yourself. Take a few minutes each day and contemplate this. Here are some questions you could ask yourself: Continue reading →