Everything in life is about balance. Without the darkness, we would not know light. Without sadness, we would not appreciate joy. Like the yin and the yang, we need both positive and negative emotions and experiences to appreciate what we have.

Life isn’t always going to be easy….that we know, but it shouldn’t always be hard.

Without the struggle, we may not have as much appreciation for freedom. Without heartbreak, love would not be quite so sweet.

Practicing gratitude can really help you shift your focus, to those things you feel grateful for every day.

Gratitude also strengthens your immune system, which in turn helps your body defend itself against disease and recover faster from illnesses.

When you meditate and practice mindfulness, your body releases natural endorphins into the bloodstream that help you cope better with stress and pain.

The best way to find joy in difficult times is to focus on those things that you feel grateful for at the moment.

With a regular gratitude practice, your brain’s neurons begin to rewire themselves into healthier thinking patterns.

This beautiful soft meditation can help you find joy even in the most challenging times.