Be thankful that you don’t already have everything you desire
If you did, what would there be to look forward to?
Be thankful when you don’t know something
For it gives you the opportunity to learn
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Be thankful for the difficult times
During those times you grow
Be thankful for your limitations
Because they give you opportunities for improvements
Be thankful for each new challenge
Because it will build your strength and character
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Be thankful for your mistakes
They will teach you valuable lessons
Be thankful when you’re tired and weary
Because it means you’ve made an effort

It’s easy to be thankful for the good things
A life of rich fulfillments comes to those who
are also thankful for setbacks
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Gratitude can turn a negative into a positive
Find a way to be thankful for your troubles
and they can become your blessings
                                                                                          -Author unknown