Let the Gratitude Games Begin
As we move into November, the spirit of gratitude offers us a chance to see life with fresh eyes. Gratitude is more than counting blessings; it’s an invitation to experience life with wonder. In Spain, the term duendé describes this heightened state of passion and magic. Poet Federico Garcia Lorca saw it as a force that rises from within and lifts us into a new state of being.
This November, I invite you to join “The Gratitude Games.” It’s a challenge to open yourself to the gifts of the Universe, which often come in unexpected forms. Here are four blessings that may come your way if you commit to tuning in to the frequency of gratitude:
You might start seeing personal “signs” – symbols that appear when you need reassurance. Best-selling author Pam Grout calls this the Carol Burnett principle, and here’s why: On her show, Carol Burnett tugs her earlobe as a nod to her grandmother. That’s a personal sign. You may find little “winks” from the Universe reminding you you’re on the right track. It could be a butterfly, hummingbird, white roses, a DHL truck, or otherwise. It’s up to you and the Universe.
You’ll find your second blessing in nature, which holds profound gifts for us. Scott Harrison, a Vietnam vet, found peace when a whale swam alongside his boat for three hours in the middle of the ocean, offering him a deep sense of love and calm. Being in nature opens us to feelings that can’t be found in our everyday routines, a reminder that life is vast, mysterious, and beautiful.
A third blessing is that loved ones or guides may uniquely send messages to you from the next realm. These moments remind us that support is always available, often beyond what we can see. A friend’s deceased brother communicated by playing his favorite song on an old, battery-free radio. Another friend’s father shows his presence by turning off her daughter’s TV at critical moments. These signs remind us that we are connected across dimensions.
The fourth blessing is a shift in belief. Sometimes, we cling to beliefs that limit us. For instance, a friend once believed she couldn’t afford a workshop she wanted to attend but trusted in the possibility and sent in a deposit. That night, she received a project offer that paid precisely what she needed. Gratitude opens us to new possibilities, replacing old beliefs with openness.
So how do we start? As Robert Holden says, “The miracle of gratitude is that it shifts your perception to such an extent that it changes the world you see.” Each morning, declare, “Something strikingly spectacular will happen today.” Instead of looking for problems, hunt for blessings. Radiate kindness to everyone you meet.
This month, stop thinking and start thanking. Smile at strangers, appreciate little moments, and know that true wealth is inner joy and connection. Remember, you are a beacon of light, brightening the world.
And so it is.
