Saying thank you seems like such a small thing, but it can lead to a whole new way of living your life:
It changes your mood.
It changes how people react to you.
It changes how you see the world.
It changes how you see other people.
It changes how you see the earth.
It changes how you see the Supreme Being.
It makes you happy.
It makes others happy.
It sets you free.
Many years ago, when Felicity and I were writing a magazine article about the Maori people of New Zealand, I was impressed by their tradition of saying thank you to the fish they caught for a meal, to the trees they cut to build their house…you get the point. Saying thanks changed the whole equation. It expressed humility and acknowledged our relationship with the forests, rivers, fish and other natural resources we rely on in this life.
We tried it out and guess what: Gratitude changes your mood…for the better. It helps you look for the light and blessings in your life. It makes room for what comes next: Kindness, Compassion and Unconditional Love.
Thank you!
Terima Kasih!
Suksuma!
Gratsi milla!