Every day Quote by A.J. Jacobs
““. . . my obsession with gratefulness. I can't stop. Just now, I press the elevator button and am thankful that it arrives quickly. I get onto the elevator and am thankful that the elevator cable didn't snap and plummet me to the basement. I go to the fifth floor and am thankful that I didn't have to stop on the second or third or fourth floor. I get out and am thankful that Julie left the door unlocked so I don't have to rummage for my King Kong key ring. I walk in, and am thankful that Jasper is home and healthy and stuffing his face with pineapple wedges. And on and on. I'm actually muttering to myself, 'Thank you. . .thank you. . . thank you.' It's an odd way to live. But also kind of great and powerful. I've never before been so aware of the thousands of little good things, the thousands of things that go right every day.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Book of Joy by Dalai Lama, Desmond Tutu, and Douglas Abrams, 2016
The speaker practices constant gratitude, noticing everyday blessings and expressing thanks for even mundane events, which transforms perception of life.
In simple terms: Constant gratitude highlights everyday blessings.
Key Takeaway
Practice daily thankfulness.
Themes
gratitude
mindfulness
positivity
awareness
wellbeing
Mood
content
optimistic
Type
inspirational
reflective
When to use this quote
- commuting
- workday
- home life
- social interactions
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
psychology
habit formation
neuroplasticity
Questions to Reflect On
- What small moments could you appreciate today?
- How does gratitude affect your stress levels?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on gratitude may ignore legitimate negative emotions or systemic issues.
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