A Mindset of Thanksgiving (late post)

I'm thankful for so many things, and I definitely don't think about that as much as I should! I think it's wonderful that we have a national holiday dedicated to being thankful... But I wish I could ALWAYS be thankful ALL THE TIME! I know it is something Christ has called us to do – give thanks continuously – but I tend to focus on all the things that stress me out or make me anxious; everything I have to get done and turn in; the people I want to be there for and the people I try to please. It's truly ridiculous. Especially when I think about how much Christ has given me, and I just worry and stress about the things so seemingly important and urgent. I think we have a tenancy to do this as people. Even things like final exams (hello!) can get us down and pull our focus towards self-pity, worry, and all other types of negativity. But when do we ever stop and genuinely offer a "thank you" to our God who is always with us no matter what? After all, He is SO much higher than our problems! He is the reason for the season – well, actually, He is the reason for life! – so we should at least take time each day to thank Him for Him! I want to do more of that and pray that we all do! It's so important! My reason to be thankful is Jesus!!