Why Saying Thanks Isn’t Enough This Thanksgiving: The Case for ThanksFeeling
Saying “thank you” is polite, but feeling gratitude is transformative.
Introduction: Why ThanksFeeling Is Different
Thanksgiving is a time to pause and reflect.
But too often, we treat gratitude as a ritual or a fleeting moment in the rush of our day. We say “thank you” out of habit, but we rarely feel the power of gratitude in our hearts. What if we could go deeper, turning saying “thanks” into a practice that transforms our lives?
This Thanksgiving, let’s explore why “feeling” gratitude (ThanksFeeling) unlocks profound peace and joy—and how you can experience it yourself.
The Difference Between Saying Thanks and Feeling Thanks
Most people think gratitude is about words.
We’ve all been taught to say “thank you,” while that’s important, it barely scratches the surface of what gratitude can do for us. Feeling gratitude—ThanksFeeling—activates a state of abundance and grace in your body and mind. It reduces stress, enhances relationships, and creates a sense of peace that saying the words alone cannot achieve.
ThanksFeeling is the key to moving from politeness to transformation.
How ThanksFeeling Changes Your Body and Mind
Now, you’re probably thinking, “How does this work?”
Here’s the thing: gratitude isn’t just a mindset—it’s an embodied experience. Focusing on feeling gratitude triggers physical changes in your body, such as reducing cortisol (the stress hormone) and increasing oxytocin (the connection hormone). This is why it feels so grounding and healing.
Let’s discuss why this is important: Feeling gratitude helps you reconnect with your body and the world, bringing a sense of wholeness and peace.
The Three-Tier ThanksFeeling Exercise
Here’s how to experience ThanksFeeling this Thanksgiving.
Zoom In: Thank Yourself. Sit quietly for 5 minutes and thank yourself. Acknowledge your resilience, effort, and how your body supports you daily. Feel a sense of appreciation for all that you are.
Zoom In: Thank Your Body. Spend 10 minutes thanking each organ in your body. Focus on your heart for beating, your lungs for breathing, and your senses for connecting you to the world. This practice helps release physical tension and creates calm.
Zoom Out: Thank Your Circle. For the next 10 minutes, extend your gratitude outward. Thank your family, friends, neighbors, and even the planet for their role in your life. This broader perspective fosters connection and inner peace.
Practicing these steps will turn simple thanks into a deeply felt transformation.
Why ThanksFeeling Matters More Than Ever
In a world full of stress and disconnection, gratitude is a superpower.
ThanksFeeling doesn’t just improve your mood—it changes how you experience life. It shifts your focus from scarcity to abundance, from isolation to connection. You’ll notice how it transforms your day, relationships, health, and overall well-being when you practice it.
ThanksFeeling is a simple practice with profound ripple effects.
Conclusion: How to Get Started
You don’t have to wait to feel the benefits of ThanksFeeling.
Try the three-tier exercise today and experience how gratitude can transform your Thanksgiving. For additional guidance:
Check out my free resource on gratitude meditation here.
Explore my deeper, guided course on Gratitude Meditation here.
Feeling gratitude is one of the simplest yet most profound habits you can build—and it all starts with ThanksFeeling.