Sunday, March 15, 2009

Show your Gratitude with Jewelry

By Deanna Collins

Gratitude brings a new perspective to your life. See the glass as half full and realize that you are beginning to change for the better. The world opens up when seen through the eyes of a gracious heart. Challenges in your life become manageable and little inconveniences seem unimportant when the focus is on an attitude of gratitude.

There are many ways to express gratitude. A journal is perhaps the most common method and is a great start, but gratitude jewelry is a fantastic way to take what is a once a day gratitude routine and make it part of every moment.

What is Gratitude Jewelry?

Many different items can be used to fashion jewelry. Jewelry can be used to enhance your beauty but also to remind you of the positive elements in your life.

Gratitude jewelry is symbolic. Every time you put a piece of gratitude jewelry on, whether it is a pair of earrings, a necklace or a bracelet, you recognize and appreciate the symbolism.

Gratitude jewelry is a good way to build a gracious life. Every time you wear the jewelry you are reminded of what it symbolizes for you. Journaling does the same thing, but the task can turn into a chore if you let it. Because it is something you have "to do" missing it can create unnecessary stress which takes away from feeling grateful. An attitude of gratitude is not just something you do. Putting on a piece of jewelry is not a strenuous task but it speaks volumes to you and to others.

Earrings, Necklace, Bracelet or all Three?

How do you choose the type of gratitude jewelry to wear? Consider where you'd like to focus your attention and what area of your body feels the most powerful. Many women love to feel earrings dangling. They're proud of their necks or hair and earrings just make them feel good.

Bracelets draw attention to themselves. They are shiny and make a lovely sound as they move along your wrist. The sound and the beauty of them is a constant reminder of your commitment to being gracious everyday.

What about a necklace? They can be big or small, shiny or matte. Through the centuries, women of all cultures have worn neck jewelry as a sign of status and beauty. Wearing a necklace can bring on an ethereal feel to your body. You just have to reach up and touch it to be reminded of the symbolic nature of the piece.

Of course, matching sets have the power of giving you a complete set and saving you from having to make a potentially difficult choice. On those days when you know you're going to be facing a challenge you can wear all three and have faith in yourself and the situation.

Expressing gratitude, by whatever means works best for you, is a life changing and very positive experience. Expressing gratitude allows you to appreciate all the good in your life, to celebrate life, and to be thankful for each and every moment. Gratitude jewelry is one great way to bring this practice into your daily life.

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