Something to be grateful for amid all the moaning

SIR, There’s been a lot of people barking at each other this past week, and not just in the Dail Eireann. I don’t take credit for writing this, but I thought it would be nice to pass it along. When you are more thankful, you do less moaning. Less moaning means you think more clearly. And at this time in Irish life, we need clear thinkers and not just on the Repeal the Eighth movement - on all things affecting us.

BE THANKFUL

Be thankful that you don’t already have everything you desire. If you did, what would there be to look forward to?

Be thankful when you don’t know something, for it gives you the opportunity to learn.

Be thankful for the difficult times. During those times you grow.

Be thankful for your limitations, because they give you opportunities for improvement.

Be thankful for each new challenge, because it will build your strength and character.

Be thankful for your mistakes.They will teach you valuable lessons.

Be thankful when you’re tired and weary, because it means you’ve made a difference.

It’s easy to be thankful for the good things.

A life of rich fulfillment comes to those who are also thankful for the setbacks.

Gratitude can turn a negative into a positive. Find a way to be thankful for your troubles, and they can become your blessings.

Sincerely, Tom Cahill, Ballinskelligs.