Thinking Thankful Thoughts

With Thanksgiving behind us it is important to continue thinking about the good things we have in our lives.  For many this is difficult during the holiday season.  However it can lead to living a more positive life.  After reading the article "Choose To Be Grateful. It Will Make You Happier." by Arthur C. Brooks I was reminded how important it is to stay thankful.  He made the point that being thankful is easy when everything in your life is going well, but that is not when we should be most thankful.  We should be thankful for the little things in our lives when other everything is not as we wish it was.  It may sound obvious to say that thinking happy thoughts will make you happier, but it is one of those things that is easier said than done.  Being thankful year round is a conscious decision that people have to make and it is a worthwhile one in my opinion.  I am going to start appreciating the little things I have to be thankful for everyday and embrace the happy moments I get the honor of experiencing and I hope you all choose to do the same!  Here is the link to Brooks' article.  Wish you all extra happy holidays and keep thinking those thankful thoughts!