Give Thanks
My Pope Philippines|November 2018

Theres always something to be grateful forno matter what your daily struggles might be.

Frances Lacuesta and Tata Mapa
Give Thanks

It’s easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of things that are happening in our lives. The stress of catching a ride to work, dealing with a surly spouse, or even just coming up with your family's meal plan can take its toll.

Unfortunately, all these can lead to complaining, worrying, and completely taking for granted all the blessings we do have. We forget to rise above the challenges, and start to see the glass as half empty instead of half full.

Admittedly, it does take a bit of work to embrace a more grateful approach toward life. Which is why we've come up with this helpful guide that will inspire you to practice an attitude of gratitude. Try these four easy steps on for size and you may very well be surprised to realize that not only is the glass half full, it is actually filled with sparkling, bubbly champagne!

CELEBRATE LIFE’S LITTLE JOYS.

Most of us only celebrate big occasions, like graduating from college, snagging a big promotion, getting married, or having a baby. However, life is not only about the big moments, it’s also about the little things we oftentimes overlook.

This story is from the November 2018 edition of My Pope Philippines.

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