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Our minds can be predisposed to negativity, making it all too easy to fall into self-pity or despair. However, instead of fixating on what we lack, shifting our focus to gratitude can be transformative. Starting each day by acknowledging what we are thankful for—regardless of how small the blessings may seem—can drastically alter our mindset. Recognizing the capacity to think, see, and even access food are essential reminders of the abundance we often overlook.
Understanding that gratitude comes from humility is another critical lesson. Realizing that our gifts are not solely ours but are bestowed upon us, urges us to use what we have to assist others. In the end, material possessions are transient; the impact we leave on others outlasts our time on earth.