Say "Thank You": Why Gratitude is Your Superpower

As we gather to celebrate Thanksgiving, let us take a moment to pause, reflect, and cherish the blessings in our lives. It is a time to connect with loved ones, share stories, and express gratitude for all that we have. I am truly thankful for your presence in this community. The following is a meditation prayer of thanks for you being you.

Gratitude Meditation Prayer

Thank you for the clouds above and the earth below.

Thank you for the rivers that flow.

Thank you for every mountain peak and blade of grass.

Thank you for all creatures, big and small.

Thank you to those who care about me and those who do not, for all are my teachers.

Thank you for the roof over my head and the food in my belly.

Thank you for every breath I take, every sight I see, every sound I hear, and every touch I feel.

Thank you for the love that fills my heart and kisses my soul.

Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

If you think about it, gratitude is not just a feel-good emotion; it is the way, the path to navigating challenges, strengthening your resilience, and moving forward. Gratitude is indeed your superpower.

Find Strength in the Challenges You Have Overcome

Think about the struggles you have faced and conquered in your life—the dragons you have slain, all the times you broke through frustration, learned from rejection that stung, or moments when you found strength in unexpected places. These experiences were not easy, yet they shaped your resilience and deepened your ability to handle whatever life sends your way.

Be grateful for those challenges—they made you stronger and more capable. Gratitude for the hard times reminds you of your ability to rise above adversity.

“The flower that blooms in adversity is the most rare and beautiful of all.” – Mulan

Your challenges only make you more powerful.

Shift Your Focus to What You Can Control

It is easy to become overwhelmed by things beyond your control—setbacks, delays, or obstacles. Gratitude helps you shift focus to what matters most: your mindset, your effort, and your persistence.

Celebrate all wins: successfully completing a task, making progress toward a goal, or just getting through a hard-won day. Each moment matters, and gratitude for the process allows you to see progress where you might have missed it. That, in itself, is a great motivator.

“It is what you do right now that makes a difference.”  – Black Hawk Down

Your actions today shape your tomorrow.

Cultivate Gratitude for Those Around You

Thanksgiving, or really any time, is the perfect opportunity to acknowledge those who support you. Think about those who have been there for you, helped you in your journey in life, or offered their encouragement. A sincere thank-you strengthens these relationships and reinforces the spirit that supports you.

“We are Groot.” – Guardians of the Galaxy

Your tribe, your community, are among your greatest sources of strength—let them know you appreciate them. I bet it will mean more than you may realize.

Recognize the Power of Your Perspective

No one else has your unique experiences, passions, or challenges, and it is these very things that shape how you see the world and contribute to it. This is what makes you and your impact stand out, and that, my friend, is worth celebrating.

Take a moment to be grateful for your own perspective. It fuels your actions, your decisions, and your ability to connect with others in ways that only you can. Appreciating yourself is not arrogance—it is recognizing the value you bring to the world.

“We are who we choose to be.” – Spider-Man

Your choices today help define the difference you make in the world.

Celebrate the Joy of the Journey

Sometimes, we get so focused on the end goal—success, recognition, achieving milestones—that we forget to appreciate the journey itself. Savor these moments: the excitement of learning, the reward of completing a task, or the joy of growing as a human.

Be grateful for the act of living, regardless of the outcome. Not everyone can do what you do; no one can do it exactly like you.

“Happiness can be found even in the darkest of times if one only remembers to turn on the light.” – Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

Let the joy of your journey be the light that guides you forward.

So, embrace your superpower of gratitude. Gratitude is the rock you stand on through challenges, the source of inspiration, and fuel for resilience. Appreciate your journey—your unique perspective, the support of your community, and the joy of the process itself. Keep going, and let thankfulness lead the way.

Happy giving thanks, no matter where you are in the world!

With heartfelt gratitude, Maria, Your Fellow Happiness Explorer 

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In the November issue of Best Holistic Life, Maria writes about how gratitude can heal the pain of rejection.

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