I don’t mean to undermine your suffering or hardships, or the ones shared by the world. Far from that.

I am simply sharing a meme pointing out a fundamental shift occurred in my life after starting a daily gratitude practice.

I studied and began practicing “gratitude” when I was living in poverty. Digging in the dirt for $5 an hour. Less than 10 years ago.

The human experience is a “big tent” phenomenon, and as long as rights are upheld, all should be welcome to participate. Even those atheists (myself included) who enjoy meditation.

Edit 1:

1/4 of votes were “down” or “in disapproval of this meme”. Next time I will be more explicit in what is meant by “gratitude can solve most of the worlds problems”.

The trick is that if everyone had what they needed and such a state was recognized, most problems would solve themselves. This is a statement I will stand by.

Edit 2:

Also of note are the many “upvotes” this meme received. I appreciate those who can see what I am trying to say here. Gratitude and mindfulness are wonderful peacemaking forces.