Be Thankful….Be Well!
“In my younger and more vulnerable years my father gave me some advice that I’ve been turning over in my mind ever since. Whenever you feel like criticizing any one,” he told me, ” just remember that all the people in this world haven’t had the advantages that you’ve had.”
F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Great Gatsby
These opening lines from my first ever viewing of The Great Gatsby stuck with me throughout the day this past weekend as I drove around my neighborhood, taking in the gorgeous fall leaf colors. I began to think about the advantages I’ve had in my life, and I found myself being humbled.
How many times have I complained about something…or someone….forgetting about all the wonderful gifts that life has presented me along the way?
Yes, I’ve had more than others. But I’ve also had less than others too.
The reality is, this is the life I’ve been given and for which I continue to have opportunities to help further shape and create it.
I am thankful for what I have.
And we all know the benefits that proven research has shown us about being grateful.
Is there any better opportunity to do so than at this season of Thanksgiving?
About Transformation Strategies
Founded by Tricia Steege in 2001, Transformation Strategies is a trusted executive coaching and consulting firm that assists its clients to realize their desired futures by partnering with them to create comprehensive change strategies and develop their leaders to accomplish real results. We specialize in shifting whole systems at one time and creating self-aware cultures.
