The Opposite of Gratitude We’ve all heard about the importance of gratitude and living with an attitude of gratitude. Living in gratitude makes even more sense when we consider the opposite of gratitude. It seems to me that the opposite of gratitude is numb, oblivious, entitled, or disgruntled. None of those sound like a good […]
Step 1 in transformation
Step 1 in transformation The first step in transforming any area of our lives is to first be grateful for what we already have. If we are not grateful, we are almost certain to be in resistance, scarcity, or self-condemnation. These things push us in the wrong direction. They move us away from transformation and […]
Dominion over money
Dominion Over Money I heard money expert, Dave Ramsey, say that we need to have dominion over money. Webster’s 1828 tells us that dominion means to have sovereign or supreme authority, and the power of governing and controlling. Dominion means having the power to direct, control, use and dispose of at pleasure. Dominion gives right […]
Comfort and Encourage
Comfort and Encourage What would our world be like if the measuring stick we used to determine whether we had a good day was: Did I comfort and encourage someone today? What would happen if we made that a priority? Much Love, Jonathan Help me out please ~ if this Daily Dose spoke to you, […]
Here to love
The ease of kindness
Simple pleasures
Simple pleasures If we cannot enjoy and be grateful for the simple pleasures, (like a smile, a sunrise, a hot shower, a comfortable bed, nature, etc.) then we probably won’t truly be able to enjoy the bigger things in life. And, the simple pleasures are available all the time. I may be wrong, but I […]
Honoring our parents
Honoring our parents I had an aha this morning that made my head spin. I’ve long since come to terms with the fact that my parents were always doing the best that they knew how to do, and I have forgiven them (for their shortcomings, mistakes, and the like). I’m also very clear that even […]
How to make darkness flee
How to make darkness flee Darkness always runs away from gratitude and thankfulness. Much Love, Jonathan Help me out please ~ if this Daily Dose spoke to you, forward it to someone who would benefit from this message. Even better, invite them to subscribe. Help me in my mission to help people to do better […]
Grateful in vs grateful for
Grateful in vs grateful for We don’t need to be grateful for lousy circumstance. The trick is to stay grateful in the midst of all circumstance. Much Love, Jonathan Help me out please ~ if this Daily Dose spoke to you, forward it to someone who would benefit from this message. Even better, invite them […]