The day after Thanksgiving is its own kind of moment. The big meal is over, the dishes are (mostly) done, and the world starts shifting into the next season. But before you move on, take one more breath of gratitude.
Look at how far you’ve come this year. Look at what you’ve carried, what you’ve learned, and what you didn’t think you could handle but did.
What surprised you? What challenged you? Where did things go better than planned? It’s all part of the journey and when we can stop and look back, not to judge, but to appreciate even the tough moments don’t feel quite so hard anymore.
Gratitude isn’t a day on the calendar. It’s a muscle. And every time you use it, you build resilience, hope, and steadiness.
Today’s Hope Reminder:
Carry thankfulness with you. Let it be your compass for the rest of the year, gentle, steady, and always leading you toward hope.