RETAILOBSERVER.COM NOVEMBER 2023
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Eliana Barriga
eliana@retailobserver.com
Happy Thanksgiving,
NOV. 2023, VOLUME 34, ISSUE 11
CELEBRATING OUR 34
TH
YEAR
AS THE RETAIL OBSERVER
PUBLISHER/MANAGING EDITOR
ELIANA BARRIGA
DIRECTOR OF SALES AND MARKETING
MOE LASTFOGEL
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Elle's View As I See It
W
ith Thanksgiving soon to be on our doorstep, we pause to
consider all we have to be grateful for – there is real power in a
thankful heart. We really can't be thankful without feeling
grateful. Genuine gratitude changes us; how we look at life. It changes
our attitude.
We are often exposed to a barrage of negativity as we deal with
resentments, ingratitude, entitlement, health issues, loss, etc. Gratitude is
an awesome tool, an ally to battle these internal/external threats that rob us
of our joy. People who live in a negative state rob themselves of a most
powerful experience of heartfelt praise and appreciation in their life.
Amazing how gratitude eliminates the negativity.
Giving value to others fosters appreciation, which in turn becomes the
trans-formative energy of gratitude that changes us on a deep level.
Practicing gratitude can be a positive way to find inner peace and
contentment. By choosing to be thankful for the wonderful things and
people in our daily lives we become healthier and happier. It is a mindful act
so simple, yet it brings a lasting happiness and an inner joy to those
committed to living the good life.
Think about the people in your life who are loving and kind to you. Who
has your back by looking out for you? Who has sacrificed in order to make
your life better? Do the people closest to you have your best interest at
heart? At the end of the day, we all have those people in our lives who add
to our happiness. We should never take for granted what another does,
gives and sacrifices in order for us to flourish and to be the best version of
ourselves. It takes a team in life to come out a winner in the end.
Living gratefully has its rewards! Give the gift of joy that comes from
loving and helping others. That's the power of gratitude. So, take thanks
beyond your Thanksgiving table this year and show your gratitude by doing
something selfless today.
THE RETAIL
GRATITUDE:
THE ART OF GIVING
THANKS YEAR-ROUND
