Are you a grateful person? Do you gift that gratefulness to others?
Last month I wanted to get a few more succulents for the house. I purchased a few and wanted to separate a few that I already had. As I was repotting my plants one night, I thought about how I could use these plants to let those around me know how grateful I am for them. I came up with the idea of giving the gift of gratitude.
Sometimes we have a hard time expressing our emotions to others. We are not sure of the perfect words to say, but we want those around us to know how much they mean to us. This is the perfect way to express that.
I have already given a few out to those I am grateful for, and I still have many more to give. The ones that haven’t received theirs won’t be as surprised now if they read this, but that’s alright. I wanted to share this with you now since the holidays are quickly approaching, and that will be the perfect time to give your gift.
The way to develop the best that is in a person is by appreciation and encouragement.” —Charles Schwab
Your mindfulness challenge for this week is to give the gift of gratitude.
This can be any gift you choose. I chose plants because I’m a gardener and plant lover, but you choose whatever you want. Some great gift ideas are pennies, drawings, stones, books, baked goods, etc. Handmade gifts are perfect for this. Remember you don’t have to invest a lot of money in this. It’s something small to show someone how grateful you are for them. Please keep it simple!
Take a moment and reflect on everyone in your life. Make a list of those you want to give gratitude gifts to. (I’ve created a list for you that you can print out here)
As you write down each name, think about this person and what they have meant in your life. Why are you grateful for them? How have they made your life better?
As you prepare your gift, notice how it makes you feel.
Once you have a list complete and your chosen gifts, start to deliver them to each person.
Stay present as you express to them your gratitude. If you have a hard time speaking your gratitude, you can write a note or simply say, “I’m grateful for you.”
When you are done, think about how it made you feel to express your gratitude. If you keep a journal, write down your experience.
For those who have children, this is another wonderful challenge to teach them about positive behavior and gratitude. Sit with them and discuss what gratitude is and help them make their list. Have them draw pictures or do other craft projects to give to those they a grateful for.
Have a perfectly grateful week!
If you have not already signed up for our weekly mindfulness challenge but would like to, please do so here. I would love you to be a part of this mindful tribe!
Other Articles you may have missed this week:
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Peace & Love,
Ela
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