3 Days to "THANKS-giving": The Lens You Look Through

It’s easy to see what’s wrong. The house is messy, the schedule is tight, the relationship feels distant, or the budget is strained. Our brains are actually wired to look for threats and problems—it’s a survival mechanism!

But to thrive, we have to retrain our brains. This is where Gratitude comes in.

Gratitude isn't about pretending hard things aren't happening. You might be in a season of heavy grief or marital uncertainty right now. Gratitude doesn't invalidate that pain. Instead, it widens your view to include the grace that is also present.

When we practice gratitude, we are telling our brains: "Yes, this is hard, BUT there is also good." It shifts the atmosphere of your heart, and often, the atmosphere of your home.

The Challenge: For the next 4 days, try the "3 Things" practice. Before you go to sleep, find 3 specific things from the day you are grateful for. Dig deep. Not just "food and shelter," but "the way the sun hit the table" or "a moment of laughter amidst the stress."

Application Question: Let’s practice right now. Drop ONE specific thing you are grateful for today in the comments.

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