- The Character Trait of Being Thankful
What is being thankful really about? It starts when each of us can consciously be appreciative for the things we have or we have enjoyed. I have found this is only the first part to being thankful.
If we want to have a thankful heart and spirit, the second part requires us to choose the attitude that our thankfulness is greater than our disappointments, frustrations, or the negative events we are or have been experiencing. - The Case for Courage
The current condition and state of our lives have been strongly influenced by our choices. Those choices -- consciously or unconsciously -- were directed by our level of courage/confidence.
Without courage, what are we giving up, missing, avoiding, not resolving, not doing, not starting, not embracing, or not changing? - Reflecting On Our Impact
Have you changed anything in your life because of 9/11?
Immediately after those tragic events, most of us took the time to reflect more deeply about our lives. Many considered the meaning of life by attending religious services and/or focusing on the spiritual aspects of our lives. Some made a greater effort to connect with others.
Each day we make choices -- consciously or not -- to engage our lives. Are you happy with what you see? Are you a participant in your life or merely an observer? Are you clear about what really matters and the impact -- or lack of impact -- your life is having?
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