Amazing article. Thank you! This is a beautiful reminder that gratitude is not about turning a blind eye to what’s wrong in the world - it’s about staying grounded enough to keep fighting for what’s right. There’s something profound in the way you describe gratitude as a stabilizer, a kind of emotional anchor in turbulent times. It’s easy to sink into frustration, to let the weight of injustice steal every ounce of light. But gratitude doesn’t ask us to ignore what’s broken; it simply reminds us to hold onto what’s still whole, to recognize that even in the midst of anger, there is still love, connection, and moments of unexpected grace.
Your journey through The Thank You Year is proof that gratitude isn’t passive - it’s an action, a choice, and sometimes even an act of resistance. Writing a note, acknowledging kindness, taking a moment to appreciate the hands that made a meal - it all reinforces our shared humanity. In a world that often feels heavy with division, gratitude can be the thread that weaves us back together. So yes, stay mad. Stay aware. But also stay thankful, because that’s how we keep moving forward with clarity, strength, and purpose.
Thank you, that’s just what I needed to hear today. I’m thankful to have found a new home to move to as my sold suddenly(?!) after five months on the market. Well, after I’d given up hope, I guess. I’m thankful, too, to have a new-to-me home to decorate as a distraction for the next year. I hope you have a lovely Thanksgiving!
Always love and need to hear from you. Am trying to keep my chin (s) up and not only write thanks but express thanks to the people I run in to at the store, garbage truck drivers, and others who keep doing their jobs. If they are not smiling when I express my thanks they are soon thereafter. Thank you Gina for doing your part in keeping me happy. Big hugs to you and your family! Russ
So lovely to hear your various ways of expressing gratitude!
thank you bruno!!
Amazing article. Thank you! This is a beautiful reminder that gratitude is not about turning a blind eye to what’s wrong in the world - it’s about staying grounded enough to keep fighting for what’s right. There’s something profound in the way you describe gratitude as a stabilizer, a kind of emotional anchor in turbulent times. It’s easy to sink into frustration, to let the weight of injustice steal every ounce of light. But gratitude doesn’t ask us to ignore what’s broken; it simply reminds us to hold onto what’s still whole, to recognize that even in the midst of anger, there is still love, connection, and moments of unexpected grace.
Your journey through The Thank You Year is proof that gratitude isn’t passive - it’s an action, a choice, and sometimes even an act of resistance. Writing a note, acknowledging kindness, taking a moment to appreciate the hands that made a meal - it all reinforces our shared humanity. In a world that often feels heavy with division, gratitude can be the thread that weaves us back together. So yes, stay mad. Stay aware. But also stay thankful, because that’s how we keep moving forward with clarity, strength, and purpose.
Thank you so much for this incredibly thoughtful comment! Very well said!
This is so beautiful! We all love your book, and we have it bookmarked to the page where you thanked my parents. xoxoxo
thank you so much, Susan! your family is so special to me xoxo
Thank you, that’s just what I needed to hear today. I’m thankful to have found a new home to move to as my sold suddenly(?!) after five months on the market. Well, after I’d given up hope, I guess. I’m thankful, too, to have a new-to-me home to decorate as a distraction for the next year. I hope you have a lovely Thanksgiving!
good luck with the move, Wendy! xoxox
Thank you for reminding us that feelings of gratitude for family and love for one another is most important above all things
Happy Thanksgiving 🌟❤️💛💚
thanks mom :)
Always love and need to hear from you. Am trying to keep my chin (s) up and not only write thanks but express thanks to the people I run in to at the store, garbage truck drivers, and others who keep doing their jobs. If they are not smiling when I express my thanks they are soon thereafter. Thank you Gina for doing your part in keeping me happy. Big hugs to you and your family! Russ
russ, you're the best. thank you!! xoxoxox