Expect Little, Give Much

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Here is today's communion meditation.  

Recently, my daughter and I have been reading The Power of Positive Thinking by Norman Vincent Peale. In the book he gives a short formula for happiness which includes this short little phrase... Expect Little, Give Much.

In my own life, I have found this to be true. Expecting very little and being grateful for everything instead is a much better way to think. 

Much of our unhappiness in life comes from our expectations not being met. When we turn the tables and focus on being a blessing, doing good, and giving it takes our eyes off of ourselves and wanting things from others. Which leads to a much more fulfilling life. 

Having our expectations get frustrated can make us focus on darkness and kick us out of the light. If it happens habitually it can spiral into bitterness and high levels of frustration. 

In today's communion meditation we are thanking God for all he has given to us out of his great love. And we are asking for his help to grow in expecting little and giving much. 

I am praying for you. 

Daniel