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As the year closed, I reflected on gratitude – not to ignore difficulties but to heighten awareness of the good. While my father’s death in April is still difficult, it has yielded bountiful benefits such as:
• Recognizing my own self-worth.
• Appreciating value in others.
• Forging stronger relationships with family and friends.
• Reevaluating priorities.
• Caring for myself.
• Embracing spirituality.
• Setting new goals.
• Easing worries.
Some tips to practice gratitude:
• Journal regularly.
• Take four minutes to write what you appreciate.
• Select something that redirects you towards gratitude.
• Share with others why you appreciate them.
• Send a note to someone who has impacted you.
– Betsie Gambel, Gambel Communications, The New Orleans 100