"Everything is a present" The Thankful Way is in essence a course in The Art and The Skill of Happiness and Success.

1. Begin with Thanks
*Your answers become your affirmations

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1. I do not need a specific reason to have a sense of
well-being and satisfaction.

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2. I practice living in the moment.

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3. I feel empowered, enthusiastic and alive.

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4. I regularly experience a sense of peace, calm and
well-being.

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5. I notice the bad in a situation and choose to
maintain my balance and clarity.

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6. I am quite adventurous and open to trying
something new.

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7. I have multiple interests.

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8. It is usual for me to smile and laughter is a natural
part of my experience.

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9. I believe the universe to be responsive and
supportive rather than a hostile place.

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10. I look for the positive in the negative and learn
from my experiences.

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11. It is usual for me to let go of grievances and to
practice forgiveness.

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12. I respect myself and have a healthy sense of self-
esteem.

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13. I notice and recognize the good in others.

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14. I practice acceptance of what is outside of my
control and change what I can.

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15. I build a good support system around me and am
supportive of others.

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16. I do not make a habit of criticizing, condemning
or complaining.

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17. My predominant thinking is primarily positive
(rather than negative).

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18. I can easily list 5 things I am grateful for.

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19. I have an overall sense of purpose in my life.

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20. I am conscious of a connection to something
greater than myself.