Gratitude is defined as

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Gratitude is not just saying “thank you.” It is a way of seeing, a way of living, a way of being.

Thankfulness is often a spark, an immediate response to something good, a polite gesture for a passing moment. Gratitude, however, is the fire. It is not situational; it is transformational. Thankfulness reacts. Gratitude reshapes how we experience life.

Positive psychology calls it “a mindset that prioritizes appreciation for the gifts and opportunities life offers.” But true gratitude goes even deeper. As Sadhguru says: “Gratitude is not an attitude. Gratitude is something that flows out of you when you are overwhelmed by what is given to you.” Gratitude is what naturally overflows when we allow ourselves to be touched by the miracle of existence.

It begins with a shift, from lack to abundance, from what is missing to what already is. Gratitude is the sunrise that turns darkness into light. It is the quiet rain that makes the soul fertile again. It is the humility to see that life owes us nothing, yet gives us everything.

Living with gratitude changes everything. It softens the heart, clears the mind, and brings peace to the spirit. Science affirms what wisdom has always known: gratitude heals the body, strengthens relationships, and nurtures joy. But beyond that, it awakens awe. It opens the heart to something greater than ourselves.

Gratitude is also the antidote to comparison. In a world that constantly whispers “you are not enough, you don’t have enough,” gratitude reminds you that you already carry the treasure. It silences the endless chase and teaches you to rest in what is real. Without gratitude, even abundance feels empty. With it, even simplicity feels rich.

And the miracle is this: gratitude is not reserved for the fortunate. It requires no wealth, no privilege, no possession. It requires only a choice, to open your eyes, to open your heart, to focus on the gifts rather than the gaps. Gratitude belongs to all who are willing to see.

You may not control what happens outside, but you can transform what happens within. Gratitude is the key.

So, ask yourself: do you move through life as if it is owed to you, or as if it is the greatest gift you will ever receive? Life is already overflowing with blessings. The real question is, are you awake enough to notice?

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Author: Maurice Correa
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  1. AnonymousMarch 3, 2025 at 11:33 AM

    A beautiful reminder to be and remain under the light of gratitude. Thank you Maurice.

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