Circle of Gratitude
Gratitude is a creative force of the heart that liberates, transforms, heals, and blesses whatever it embraces.
Much has been studied and written about the benefits of a gratitude practice, including stress reduction, better sleep, decreased inflammation, a feeling of fulfillment, and an overall positive mood. It benefits our well-being, and gratitude is reciprocal for those receiving your offering.
Here is a practice to weave into your daily routine. It takes about 10 minutes.
Daily Practice: Circle of Gratitude
Time: 10 Minutes
This is a great practice to explore first thing in the morning or towards the end of the day.
Find quiet space—in your home, a garden, or somewhere out in nature.
Place yourself in the center of an imaginary circle about the width of your arms.
Ideally, you are standing so you can physically embody this practice. That said, do what's right for your body.
You will pivot around the circle's center like the hands of a clock, offering one gratitude at a time.
Invite who and what you offer gratitude to the edge of your circle.
Express your appreciation silently or out loud.
Pivot to the right and repeat with another offering of gratitude until you've come full circle.
Suggestions
I Am Grateful For:
The abundance I have in my life such as:
This body
All is okay at this moment.
My wellbeing
My relative/s: (name whoever calls to you)
My friend/s: (name whoever calls to you)
My allies: (name whoever calls to you)
Nature (the sun, the elements, whatever speaks to you)
Other than human beings—the four-legged and winged- all living beings in nature.
What I can’t see—whatever Mystery has in the works that’s hidden, invisible, or active behind the scenes.
The teachers are showing up in the form of challenging experiences.
The ground beneath my feet.
These are just a starting point; make this your own. I’d love to hear how the practice went for you, so please leave a comment.
Grateful for you showing up.