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Be Thankful<\/p>\n

Be thankful that you don’t already have everything you desire,
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If you did, what would there be to look forward to?
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Be thankful when you don’t know something
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For it gives you the opportunity to learn.<\/p>\n

Be thankful for the difficult times.
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During those times you grow.
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Be thankful for your limitations
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Because they give you opportunities for improvement.
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Be thankful for each new challenge
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Because it will build your strength and character.<\/p>\n

Be thankful for your mistakes
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They will teach you valuable lessons.
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Be thankful when you’re tired and weary
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Because it means you’ve made a difference.<\/p>\n

It is easy to be thankful for the good things.
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A life of rich fulfillment comes to those who are
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also thankful for the setbacks.<\/p>\n

Gratitude can turn a negative into a positive.
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Find a way to be thankful for your troubles
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and they can become your blessing.<\/p>\n

 ~ Anonymous<\/p>\n

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