Angeles Arrien: On What Is Gratitude?

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April 8, 2017 a project of ServiceSpace When a person doesn't have gratitude, something is missing in his or her humanity. A person can almost be defined by his or her attitude toward gratitude. - Elie Wiesel - Angeles Arrien: On What Is Gratitude? The expression of gratitude is the glue that holds society and relationships together, while its opposite - ingratitude - contributes to societal dissolution and separation. That means gratefulness is essential to humankind's sustainability and survival, whether cultural, psychological, physical, spiritual, or even financial. Cultural anthropologist and beloved author and teacher, Angeles Arrien shares more in this article. { read more } Be The Change According to Angeles Arrien, Buddhists refer to generous acts that are freely given as "royal generosity." Why not become a king or queen for a day by acting generously toward others, with gratitude for all you have been given. COMMENT | RATE               Related Good News Children Who Shine From Within Can You Teach People to Have Empathy? Dan Siegel: The Open Mind Two Words That Can Change a Life A Yuletide Gift of Kindness 10 Ways to Have A Better Conversation 7 Lessons About Finding the Work You Were Meant to Do Reclaiming the Lost Art of Walking DailyGood is a volunteer-run initiative that delivers "good news" to 242,997 subscribers. There are many ways to help. To unsubscribe, click here. Other ServiceSpace projects include: KindSpring  //  KarmaTube  //  Conversations  //  Awakin  //  More