This is the season to give thanks. Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and that there is nothing to give thanks for. That is totally understandable. If you are having financial issues, relationship struggles, health problems, etc, it can be difficult to be thankful for anything. And now you are reading an article that it is time to be thankful? It can feel like too much!

So, let’s start small. Stand in the sun for two minutes. Feel the rays warming you. Be thankful for being able to feel that warmth. While you are outside, notice a bird and listen to his song. See the flowers or trees and take in their beauty. Be thankful for nature. If you are housed, be thankful that you have a place to rest your head tonight. If you have food in the house, be thankful that you can eat today.

These are all small and easily found things or moments for which to be thankful, but they are profoundly important. When we feel overwhelmed, it is these small things that allow us to continue on when it is hard. Every time we notice the small things, it is like making a deposit that we can draw on during the hard times!

I am thankful for all who read this. By taking this and applying it, you are making the world a better place. Thank you!