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The Morning Muse
The Hidden Power of Gratitude: How Appreciating Your Life Increases Its Value
Discover how the simple act of appreciation multiplies abundance and strengthens self-worth.
Written in a stream of consciousness, August 25, 2025, at 7:03 a.m.
When I think about gratitude, I picture a house. When a house appreciates, it becomes more desirable, more magnetic to those who see it. My life works the same way.
For me, living in gratitude is like polishing the unseen surfaces, restoring the shine in overlooked corners, and lifting the roof so the light can pour in. And as a result, gratitude radiates the mindset, “This is worthy. I am worthy.”
And the moment I embrace that, my life appreciates and its value increases. Opportunities flow into my life because they recognize themselves in me. Joy grows in my heart because I’ve created a safe place for it to stay.
Gratitude is often perceived as a warm, fuzzy feeling; however, it is a powerful catalyst for your well-being.
When you live in a state of appreciation, you’re not only practicing thankfulness, you’re raising your sense of worthiness. Appreciation works in two powerful ways:
- Gratitude and thankfulness for the abundance that already exists.
