Having the courage to be grateful in all situations.
In moments of emotional pain it would seem that gratitude is the last word that would come to mind. Having the courage to be grateful, however, allows us to interpret the phrase differently – it permits us to become a different observer.
Courage may, at times, come as a soft whisper and at others, a shout – there is no rule book on its structure. Having courage to face all situations does however speak of an internal declaration – it says:
- I am human and therefore fragile
- I am not done yet
We can call on it when we face obstacles (breakdowns) in life when we feel overwhelmed.
When I reflect on challenging times in my life I do so with immense gratitude for the gifts they offered me. Those situations presented me the opportunity to learn about my strength and to appreciate that I am not just a human being but a human ‘becoming’.