Lessons Through Gratitude.

Gratitude, gratitude, gratitude. One simple word but a much more complex feeling. The feeling of gratitude is almost freeing. Gratitude is a journey one embarks on with a conscious decision to be grateful for everything that comes their way— good, bad, and everything in between. At first, feeling gratitude for something that is difficult can be tough but as time goes on, gratitude becomes second nature. It’s about letting go of the “why me” and replacing it with “what is this trying to teach me?” It’s not easy, but things that are worth it rarely are. Starting out the new year there is a tendency to focus on things to change and bringing new experiences with a new date but my challenge to myself is to bring acceptance and gratitude to what already is. Gratitude for those who exist alongside me; for my body who allows me the freedom to experience life; for my pitfalls and insecurities that allow me to grow; for my strengths but also for my flaws and mistakes. Everything that exists has its purpose and through the journey of gratitude, we can sit with each experience as it is, feeling grateful for what it will lead to in the future. I step into this new year with no expectations as to what 2019 must be like. Instead, I am here to experience the year with true gratefulness for what is and what is to come. Here’s to a year of growth and love full of thanks for each moment that truly builds life into the greatness that it is.

ER