You can imagine that little hearts are floating around you like picture frames, and we are putting pictures of those for whom we are grateful in the heart frames. Start out by thinking about someone at home that you are thankful, or grateful for. Someone who helps you and is kind to you. Imagine that they are in one of the little hearts in your web of gratitude. Let’s send some thanks for that person. As you breathe in think “Thank you”. And as you breathe out think, “Thank you." Repeat this same process at least three times with other special people, animals, elements of nature, or events in your picture frames.
After you're done, take a moment to soak in this feeling of gratitude. Notice what it feels like in your body to be grateful and to say thank you. Once you've taught this to your children, they can do this practice on their own anytime!
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