Being Thankful in Advance for Life’s Blessings

Many are facing uncertainty right now.  Whether it be around family, finances, relationships, career, health, world events etc.  I am.  And perhaps you are, too. 

From one perspective, it's uncomfortable and hard, and can feel like an obstacle to your ability to move forward with clarity and confidence.  But from another perspective, the uncertainty can actually be a part of your growth and may actually be preparing you for what's ahead.

Think of the gifts we receive and exchange with others.  They're often wrapped, right?   And why?  Why do we wrap presents?  One of the main reasons is so it will be a surprise - fueling the excitement and anticipation of not knowing. 

So what if we looked at our current uncertainty in that way?  That the not knowing right now can be because what's ahead is supposed to be a surprise.  Even a gift?  And that the best thing we can do to get ready for that surprise is not to think 10 steps ahead or dwell 10 steps behind, but to have both feet firmly planted in the here and now.  What if that's what this is all about?

So however you may be feeling about whatever may be uncertain or unclear in your life right now, consider the perspectives available to you.  Is what's happening right now coal in your stocking?  Or is it fuel for a fire?  Whichever one is right is up to you.