Give Thanks for a Glass Half-Full

If life's challenges are taking their toll, you may be focusing on the "hole," instead of the donut. Focusing on what's NOT there keeps us feeling downtrodden. To shift to feeling lucky, acknowledge whatever is going right with your life.

What do you have to be thankful for today?
Who are you glad is in your life?
What "luck" has come your way recently?

You must recognize good fortune before you can feel fortunate.

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