As we approach the coming holiday, which is sometimes even celebrated outside the USA because Thanks is a good thing to give, I am reminded to focus on the many things for which I am grateful. Granted this can be a challenge when one is in pain and uncertain about the future. But I think that makes looking for the good that much more important.

I have found in this journey with a chronic pain condition that my life is much richer, more beautiful and easier to take when I pay attention to the little things that bring joy to every day. There is even some science behind this now as the benefits of Gratitude practice gain more recognition through study. It can sometimes take just a shift of perspective to see the many gifts around us. I will never forget the first time I felt good enough on my foot after CRPS to rake leaves for a short time. Had I ever felt lucky to rake leaves before? I don't think so. Was it a gift to be able to do so? Absolutely!

I attaching an article here with some nifty suggestions for Gratitude Practice.
The Science Behind Gratitude - How to Practice Gratitude - Happify Daily

I am grateful for too many things to list so I will simply say that it is great to have access to a community of understanding people.
Have a wonderful holiday. May your hearts be full and your pain low,

Happy Thanksgiving to you Littlepaw!

Thank you for taking the time to answer my posts!!!!

Happy Thanksgiving (it is not celebrated here).

Thank you for bringing our attention to such a fascinating and useful practice. I am also grateful for many things, but I want to express my gratitude to you for taking the time to encourage, empathize, and educate others on this forum.

To all who take the time to contribute in some way, I thank you. I am here because I need to know that I am not alone in this. I am very grateful for this forum.

Shay

I just wanted to thank the individuals who have been responding to my posts. I really appreciate all of you very much as I know that I have been all over the place with it all!!!

Anyway, I hope you have a good thanksgiving(if you celebrate it) and I will put you all in my thoughts and prayers!!!!!!!

Just wanted to pop in real quick before Thanksgiving is officially over (in 20 minutes for me) and say Happy Thanksgiving to everyone! I hope you all had a great day and a have a wonderful weekend! Take care everyone!

I hope you guys had a great Holiday!