As human beings we are constantly judging ourselves and looking at what we do not have. Living in a consumer society it is easy to focus on what we do not possess.
Once when whining about something really inconsequential, my great friend and spiritual mentor, the late and much missed Fred McKnight, advised me to create a "gratitude list".
This list was to include everything I had in my life. Everything, such as a roof over my head, to a full belly, good friends, bills paid, a job, physical health, mental health, material possesions etc. etc.
I created this list and read it everytime I feel down, just plain ungrateful or sorry for myself.
It has an amazing power to lift my spirits and to bring instant joy to my life.
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