Psychologists believe that gratitude is one of the key factors in our quest for happiness.
Studies show practising gratitude reduces stress, depression and anxiety and has even proven to help our sleep.
What does it mean to be grateful? It’s deeper than saying thank-you. It’s focusing on the positive aspects of your life and acknowledging them.
Here in South Delta, we have a lot to be thankful for.
We are surrounded by fertile land that provides food for our province, from blueberries to potatoes and all the deliciousness in between.
We have clean air, clean water and an abundance of natural wildlife that lives harmoniously amongst us. We enjoy good health care, a good education system and it’s a safe place to raise children.
Once we have the new tunnel, we will have the luxury of all the things an international city can offer only a short drive away.
We aren’t perfect, so we strive to work harder to correct the wrongs, especially when it comes to reconciliation with First Nations.
I may sound like positive Patty, but I can just as easily become negative Nancy.
We are in the midst of a serious housing crisis, a doctor shortage, a drug and overdose problem, and inflation is hurting all of us.
People are experiencing anxiety and mental illnesses like never before. Teens are especially suffering as they evolve from the pandemic.
Life is a work in progress and most of us have learnt to take the punches when they come, which makes the good times sweeter.
Whether you are celebrating Thanksgiving this weekend or not, take the time to be grateful for what you have, write it down and you may be surprised to see all the positives in your life.
If there’s room for improvement, there’s no better time than the autumn, when the trees teach us that shedding our old skin can be a beautiful thing.
Ingrid Abbott is a freelance writer who is most thankful for leftover turkey sandwiches.
