Not-So-Troubling Blessings

Posted on February 10, 2013 by russtowne

“Gratitude can turn a negative into a positive. Find a way to be thankful for your troubles, and they can become your blessings.” Unknown (Source: Let’s Be Positive Together)

I’m a firm believer in the wisdom of the above words, as I have found them to be true in my life.

Love,
Rus

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About russtowne

I'm awed by the beauty of nature and the power of love and gratitude. Some of my favorite sensory experiences include waves crashing on rocky shores, waterways in ancient redwood and fern-filled forests, and rain. My wife and I have been married since 1979. We have 3 adult children and 5 grandchildren. I manage a wealth management firm that I founded in 2003. My Beloved is a Special Education teacher for Kindergartners and First Graders. I'm a published author of approximately 60 books in a variety of genres for grownups and children.
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8 Responses to Not-So-Troubling Blessings

  1. istopforsuffering's avatar istopforsuffering says:
    February 10, 2013 at 11:07 pm

    I’m really embracing gratitude at the moment – I think it makes all the difference. I’m keeping a daily gratitude journal, and trying to see opportunities to be grateful in all circumstances and situations.

    As I read just this morning: “Acknowledging the good that you already have in your life is the foundation for all abundance”.

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  2. Unknown's avatar Anonymous says:
    February 10, 2013 at 11:58 pm

    i admire your attitude=as a certified pessimist, I feel real grateful when can turn a negative into a positive-Ive had a few, had to look hard, bur there are some things any Positive you can dream up just cannot compete with the loss. keep smiling-for both of us! beebeesworld

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  3. JanBeekanBeek's avatar JanBeekanBeek says:
    February 10, 2013 at 11:59 pm

    Sometimes in the midst of challenges it’s hard to remember this truism, so it’s good to be reminded. Thanks, Russ!

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  4. JanBeek's avatar JanBeek says:
    February 11, 2013 at 12:15 am

    It’s good to be back and to access your wise posts, Russ. Sometimes when we are in the midst of challenges, it’s hard to remember this advice, so thanks for the reminder! Bless you! I, too, keep a “Thankfulness Journal” and to record at least one thing each day for which I am grateful. I need to remember to thank God for the hardships as well as the joys – – – and remember that challenges also can be blessings. Hugs to you!

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  5. dianasschwenk's avatar dianasschwenk says:
    February 11, 2013 at 12:15 am

    me too Russ, it’s all how you look at things!

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