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Attitude Quote by Thomas S. Monson

“A grateful heart, then, comes through expressing gratitude to our Heavenly Father for His blessings and to those around us for all that they bring into our lives. This requires conscious effort-at least until we have truly learned and cultivated an attitude of gratitude. Often we feel grateful and…” quote by Thomas S. Monson
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“A grateful heart, then, comes through expressing gratitude to our Heavenly Father for His blessings and to those around us for all that they bring into our lives. This requires conscious effort-at least until we have truly learned and cultivated an attitude of gratitude. Often we feel grateful and intend to express our thanks but forget to do so or just don't get around to it. Someone has said that "feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it."”

Thomas S. Monson

About This Quote

Source Book: Teachings of Thomas S. Monson, 2010

Gratitude must be expressed, not just felt; otherwise it remains hidden like an unopened gift.

In simple terms: Express thanks, don’t just feel it.

Key Takeaway

Make gratitude a habit.

Themes

gratitude spirituality mindfulness

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

spiritual motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal prayer
  • family gatherings
  • thank‑you notes
  • community service
  • daily reflections

Key Concepts

attitude of gratitude conscious effort

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you embed gratitude into daily routines?
  • What prevents you from thanking others?
A Different Perspective

Hard to maintain consistency when busy.

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