The document discusses the concept of gratitude, defining it as thankfulness, appreciation, or a feeling of acknowledgement for benefits received. It provides quotes about recognizing blessings rather than dwelling on what is lacking, and how entitlement can undermine relationships. The document encourages reflecting on things one is grateful for, explaining how gratitude makes us feel, and concludes with a prayer of thanksgiving.

1. Being
Grateful

2. What is
Gratitude?

3. Thankfulness
Gratefulness
Appreciation
A feeling or attitude that
acknowledges a benefit or gift that
you have or will receive

4. Being Grateful Video

5. Discuss the following quotes:
What is the author trying to say?
Do you find value in the message?
Can you relate your personal feelings
about gratitude to the message of the
quote?

6.  "When you arise in the morning, give thanks for the
morning light, for your life and strength. Give thanks
for your food, and the joy of living. If you see no reason
for giving thanks, the fault lies with yourself."
-Tecumseh, Shawnee Chief
 “We tend to forget that happiness doesn't come as a
result of getting something we don't have, but rather of
recognizing and appreciating what we do have.”
- Fredrick Koeing

7.  “When we replace a sense of service and gratitude with a
sense of entitlement and expectation, we quickly see the
demise of our relationships, society, and economy.”
― Steve Maraboli
 “Cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good
thing that comes to you, and to give thanks continuously.
And because all things have contributed to your
advancement, you should include all things in your
gratitude.”
― Ralph Waldo Emerson

8. Name some things that you
are grateful for….
Why are you grateful for these
things?
How does thinking about these
things make you feel?

10. Prayer of
Thanksgiving

11.  Video: Nature, Beauty, Gratitude