Standing in Gratitude

Jewel For Today

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Gratitude.

I love to speak on gratitude. When we truly practice it, our focus lands all the beauty that lightens our heart, and we can focus on blessings. It's not realistic for one to not ever have a moment of feeling frustration, upset ...

For example, if you're misunderstood ... well, that's not cool, but what is beautiful is being surrounded by people who love you deeply and do understand you. You're not ignoring the emotions that sometimes follow inaccurate perceptions; you're just absolutely grateful for the beautiful reality that builds you up and sets you free. You're choosing not to allow the noise to take center stage.

Gratitude helps us to see what is good. This is not to be confused with toxic positivity. It's not the same as overlooking your other emotions. It's rather an invitation to hold different emotions at once, while still focusing on what's beautiful and true. It's a deepening and an appreciation of the beauty that exists.