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Gratitude is heaven itself.

Posted on 7 June 2013 by philosiblog

Gratitude is heaven itself. – William Blake What does that mean? I have seen this quote also attributed to Laura Huxley (as well as to her husband, author Aldous Huxley), Matt Cutts and others. Of the list of people to … Continue reading →

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Gratitude is the antidote to the two things that stop us: fear and anger.

Posted on 8 March 2013 by philosiblog

Gratitude is the antidote to the two things that stop us: fear and anger. – Tony Robbins and here What does that mean? The more complete quote is “Gratitude is the antidote to the two things that stop us: fear and anger. Fear … Continue reading →

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Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all others.

Posted on 11 January 2013 by philosiblog

Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all others. – Cicero What does that mean? Well, to discuss this, we need some virtues. While each religion and culture have their own take on virtue, hopefully this … Continue reading →

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As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them

Posted on 7 December 2011 by philosiblog

As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them. – John F. Kennedy What does that mean? This quote is about walking the walk. It’s about … Continue reading →

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I would maintain that thanks are the highest form of thought, and that gratitude is happiness doubled by wonder

Posted on 24 November 2011 by philosiblog

I would maintain that thanks are the highest form of thought, and that gratitude is happiness doubled by wonder – Gilbert K. Chesterton What does that mean? This quote is about thanks and the giving of thanks. The quote states that … Continue reading →

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If we find we cannot help others, the least we can do is to desist from harming them

Posted on 6 November 2011 by philosiblog

If we find we cannot help others, the least we can do is to desist from harming them. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? This is an old truism, crossing cultures and the ages, dating back to at least the … Continue reading →

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The root of joy is gratefulness… For it is not joy that makes us grateful; it is gratitude that makes us joyful.

Posted on 11 March 2011 by philosiblog

The root of joy is gratefulness… For it is not joy that makes us grateful; it is gratitude that makes us joyful. – Brother David Steindl-Rast What does that mean? To me, it means most people have it backwards.  We … Continue reading →

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