Let’s See Your Audacious or Minimal Listicles of Gratitude: Don’t Be Shy

Summary

The website content encourages readers to share their lists of gratitude, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging both big and small things in life to foster a sense of appreciation and resilience.

Abstract

This week's writing prompt from "Refresh the Soul" invites readers to express their gratitude through listicles, suggesting that the act of writing down things one is thankful for can be a powerful tool for personal reflection and growth. The author, Nancy Blackman, shares her enthusiasm for gratitude lists and their role in helping her appreciate life's moments, especially during challenging times. The prompt encourages vulnerability, honesty, and kindness, suggesting that even in difficult periods, finding small things to be grateful for can be beneficial. The author expresses gratitude towards the contributors of "Refresh the Soul" and includes a traditional Irish blessing to inspire readers to find refreshment for their souls.

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The author is passionate about the practice of writing gratitude lists, viewing it as a counterbalance to a childhood focused on productivity over enjoyment.
There is a strong belief that gratitude can be a source of strength during hard times, with personal experience cited as evidence.
The prompt encourages a diverse range of expressions, from minimalist to audacious lists, and even suggests the possibility of using hieroglyphics.
The author values brevity and consistency, suggesting a short post of 150 words or less every day.
There is an acknowledgment of the difficulty some may face in finding things to be grateful for, with an assurance that even small things count.
The author expresses appreciation for the "Refresh the Soul" writing community, highlighting the value of shared experiences and perspectives.
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Side Note: I hope to provide you with writing prompts every week, but if one week doesn’t strike you, feel free to go to the Writing Prompts tab on Refresh the Soul to respond to any of the prompts in the past.

This week, what gratitude lists have you created? Are they all in your head? Write them down! Let’s see those lists!

Can you tell I’m excited? I love gratitude lists. Primarily because I grew up in a house that was all about getting the work done and not enjoying the moments in between.

Make it as long or as short as you like. Make it hieroglyphics if you like. Write a short post of 150 words or less every day to share what you’re grateful for each day of this week if you like. Be vulnerable. Be honest. Be kind to yourself and others. Be grateful for what is sitting in front of you right this moment and write about that!

If your days are difficult, and you are in a season of challenge, what small things can you be grateful for? I see you. I’ve been there. A discipline of gratitude helped me get through a dark time, and I don’t know what I would have been like had I not been consistent to gratitude.

This week, I hope to learn from you, the writers of Refresh the Soul, who I am incredibly grateful for:

May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face; the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again, may you be held in the palm of God’s Hand.

May your soul be refreshed.

WRITING PROMPT 5

Let’s See Your Audacious or Minimal Listicles of Gratitude: Don’t Be Shy

Feel Free to Share Daily Gratitude Lists