
Find inspiration in these simple messages. Sometimes it’s tough to take a moment to express how thankful you are for life’s blessings. All too often, there are never enough minutes in the day for all of your obligations, from family and friends to work and making dinner and laundry (so much laundry!)—the list can be daunting. Add in additional stress—jobs, holidays, travel—and the list of to-dos can quickly become overwhelming. And this year, we’ve had more than our fair share of stress. When you’re faced with those “I can’t” moments, it can be nice to take a few quiet minutes away from the chaos to reflect on the many things you have to be grateful for—and that’s where reading these best thankful quotes come in. You’ll be surprised by how quickly your attitude will change. It’s science! According to experts, expressing gratitude can help relationships, improve your outlook, and even lower your blood pressure and keep you from getting sick. For your health alone, it’s well worth spending a few minutes a day focusing on giving thanks. Read these 30 quotes about being thankful, then check out these quotes about appreciating life’s simple pleasures. By the time you’re done with all that, you’ll feel so good you might just be inspired to pick up the phone and call an old friend, write some positive sentiments in a journal, or lead the Thanksgiving blessing. And if you’re looking for a laugh, don’t miss our compilation of funny Thanksgiving quotes.
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