With Christmas past us, now is the time to reflect. Be grateful for who and what you have. What great lives we have. Those of us fortunate enough to live in America need to realize that now more than ever. 

Most of us have electricity, running water, and a home. Appreciate the often overlooked necessities. Think how lucky you are to have a family. To have friends. To be cared for. To love and be loved. The holidays should remind us what we truly care about. Focus on gratitude over material items during the holidays. Give more than you get. 

Tell someone close that you’re grateful for knowing them. Give someone a hug. Write someone a thank you letter. Show your gratitude. 

Be grateful for what you received, who you are, for your family and friends, and for being alive.

“Gratitude is the healthiest of all human emotions. The more you express gratitude for what you have, the more likely you will have even more to express gratitude for.” -Zig Ziglar