One of the rituals I shared in my Peaceful Morning Rituals Guide is writing down three things I’m grateful for. It’s a simple habit but one that gently shifts the tone of my entire day.
As we move deeper into fall, I’ve been thinking about how gratitude isn’t just a morning moment. It’s something we can harvest daily through prayer, reflection, and the way we move through our homes and relationships.
Today, I want to share a few gentle ways I’m cultivating a thankful heart this season. I invite you to do the same.
🍂 Here are a few gentle ways I’m cultivating a thankful heart this season:
- Keep a gratitude journal (simple prompts you love). ✍️
Even a few lines a day can shift your perspective. I like to use prompts like:
- What am I thankful for today?
- Where did I see God’s grace this week?
- What small moment brought me peace?
This practice helps me stay rooted in the present. I trust what God has given me right now. I do this without worrying about what’s next.
“Give thanks in all circumstances…”: 1 Thessalonians 5:18
- Creating a gratitude jar or board at home. 🏡
Sometimes I write little notes of thanks and place them in a jar on my desk. Other times, I pin them to a corkboard in my kitchen. It’s a visual reminder that even in hard seasons, beauty is still blooming.
Try this with your family, roommates, or small group. It’s a sweet way to reflect and connect together.
- Sharing thankfulness with family or friends. 💌
A quick text. A handwritten note. A warm hug.
Gratitude multiplies when we share it. Lately, I’ve been making it a point to speak my thanks out loud to God, to loved ones, and even to strangers who show kindness.
A Gentle Invitation 🍁
If you’re longing to cultivate more peace and presence this fall, I’ve created a free printable to help you begin. It includes:
- A sample morning ritual ✨
- Gratitude journal prompts 📝
👉 [Download the Peaceful Morning Rituals Guide]
Cozy Tools to Support Your Gratitude Ritual 🕯
If you’re just beginning a gratitude practice, start with a few small touches I love. Consider using a soft journal, a seasonal candle, or a decorative jar for thankful notes. These little rituals help me stay grounded in grace.
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Whether it’s in the quiet of the morning or during a busy afternoon, gratitude is always waiting. It’s like a hidden harvest ready to be gathered.
Let’s keep harvesting it together. 🍂
With love,
Skylar