Magnificent Monday #2 | Gratitude & Appreciation

Why hello there Magnificent Monday post number two, it is lovely to see you. You may recall my introduction to this series back at the start of November, however, since then, there has been no sign of another Magnificent Monday post. The only reason for this is that I had other posts planned that I wanted to upload, and therefore Magnificent Monday posts were pushed to the back of the queue. However, the series is back. Bigger, better, and stronger than ever. Well, not really, it's just back. Now that I have had a few weeks to ponder about this series, I have been able to plan out a few episodes in advance. I thorougly enjoy writing these topical posts, as I like to have a change from the regular beauty posts. Today's topic links with a rather exciting celebration that will be upon us in only 2 days time... Christmas! The topic is Being grateful & appreciative.

Whilst it seems completely obvious, being grateful for what you have is a very, very important factor in life. Whether it be thanking your mum for making such a delicious lunch, or thanking your Auntie for that lovely birthday gift, or even thanking a stranger for holding open the door for you. There are so many oppurtunities to be grateful in life, yet sometimes, saying a simple 'thank you' appears to be difficult for too many people. Many people have the tendancy to expect the basics, and desire the luxuries. By this, I mean many people have everything they could possibly need; food, running water, a family, a roof over their heads, clean clothes, yet they don't bother to take a moment and be thankful for all of these luxuries. Even though they may not seem to be luxuries, they really are. Many people see the importance and luxury in the flash items, such as designer gear, new phones, expensive clothes etc. Whilst there is no problem with owning swish items, it is important that we do not show dissatisfaction or annoyance at the fact we don't always get what we want. Instead of complaining about the things you aren't able to have, just take a moment and be thankful for all you have. Just keep it in mind roughout each day you live, that being thankful for what you have will allow you to seek pleasure in the small things, and will allow you to appreciate every little thing you have in life. 

I guess the moral of the post is, that showing thanks and appreciation is highly important. There's no need to throw a surprise party for someone everytime you thank them, or to hold a passionate speech everytime you appreciate something, just stay humble, and take time to think to yourself about how lucky you really are. Seek pleasure in the small things, and whilst these small things may seem like such basics to you, keep it in mind that you are lucky to have them, and be thankful for them. 

The majority of you reading this post are likely to receive some lovely gifts on Wednesday morning, so ensure you are thankful for them all. But most of all, remember the true meaning and morals of Christmas. A celebration of love, light, family & friends. Don't let yourself get caught up in the materialistic side of things, and appreciate the time you spend with your loved ones this Christmas. Be thankful for the fact you are able to spend time with them. And whilst you tuck into your Turkey with all the trimmings, think about how lucky you are to have such a luxury, and be thankful. 

Keep your heart full of gratitude, thanks, and love. Stay humble, and smile. For the love and times of laughter you have, are greater than anything you could ever possibly need or want.

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Thank you for reading everyone!