Lets take a walk you and I down memory lane, shall we?
Imagine this scenario: You wake up every day, full of anxiety, fury, frustration worry, stress for whatever the world has thrown at you for 2 strait years! You feel envious of others and jealous of those who seem to have it made. Anything and anyone who achieves or seems to have something you dont have, you literally are envious and secretly upset at, and the Universe, God, Source whatever you call that higher consciousness… So, you keep asking the Question WHY me or Why Not Me? I can tell you that is a Dark hole, a prison and Gratitude is the key to FREE you from that self made jail!
Did You Know it? Neither did I for the Longest time that Gratitude is the Key to Success, Abundance and Happiness!
Let me tell you that person above was me 7 years ago… Ouch 🙁
I was critical, secretly unappreciative, always finding fault, always complaining, never recognising every single blessing I have. You see, I never counted them, because I was too busy feeling sorry for myself for being out of work. Envying the good fortune of others and finding fault with anything that wasn’t right in my life.
Even my NVQ assessing work dried out….now what!
Tell you what, throwing pity parties was my forte, focused on anything that I thought wasn’t right in my life.
And well, bless him, my husband was at fault then wasn’t he?
If there was nobody else to blame that is…
Something changed in me 7 years ago when I started to read more books, to tune in to inspirational videos and trainings and above all when I started in the Online Business space.
Maybe the number Seven is significant in the Law of Attraction and Spiritual Growth…In fact it is…but thats a story for another day!
Maybe the number Seven is significant in the Law of Attraction and Spiritual Growth
Today, I am more than humbled, that having listened to and continuing to align with gratitude and my life purpose, I see it more and more that Gratitude is the key to success.
The funny thing is, I only do what I know how to do, and with Facebook as a fantastic tool for communication, I show up more via Facebook Live videos and I have connected to thousands of people globally. One of those people is a young man called Rufus Progress.
This young man is not only hungry for success, he is also a go giver. He is focused on impacting others and helping them on their road to Success.
Rufus definitely knows that gratitude is the key to abundance. He loves to communicate, he also shows up and engages with not just my social shares, but numerous others! Always encouraging with his positive bright energy and comments.
I highly recommend you connect with him on Facebook!
On November 30th I saw a notification on my phone that Rufus had tagged me in a post. I checked and saw the message below truly I am humbled!
I will not disclose what triggered the above post. All I can say that not many show their gratitude publicly. Its called Paying it forward!
In fact most people take what you give and say thanks in the inbox, and forget to spread the love so others can receive too.
Thank you Rufus. It is not every day that one feels publicly truly appreciated. And in accepting such appreciation, your gratitude bank also increases and the blessings flow both sides. To manifest your dreams, you must be a person filled with gratitude and giving!
How is that, you may wonder?
Why Gratitude is Key to your Growth
Let me tell you another story.
A few years ago, for about 4 months I supported a neighbour who was going through some truly hard time. I was going through a very difficult pregnancy, yet Paul and I would do her weekly grocery shop.
Every day I prayed for a better day for both of us and safe delivery. Everyday I was Thankful I was still alive and Pregnant. (It was a hard pregnancy, yet I would go through it all over again for the gift Paul and I got. You an read about it on our About page)
I would go and cook this neighbour meals, and sometimes pick her children from school. She was always vocally thankful, and said so often to our faces.
Yet when we were not there, behind our backs she said other not so nice stuff about us. ? We didn’t find her avarice out until 3 years later!
One time she invited us to a meal and made a speech, among other things she went:
“I didn’t ask for these people’s help and I know I am not indebted, BUT i am grateful…”
That didn’t feel right, and we felt awkward too, in addition to the words we kept getting back…Anyway at the time I felt upset… Today I wouldn’t even give it a second thought.
Well, long story short, we bought our home and moved to a new neighbourhood, as blessings flowed into our life…Despite the negative comments she made, we thrived! Gratitude, and Giving without expectation opens the universal doors of abundance…Your abundance is on the other side of Gratitude my friend!
We learnt of her words, we didn’t let them bother us and we FORGAVE her. Today we are still “Friends.”
Another scenario…How about someone does something good for you and when you thank them they say…
“Its nothing much…!”
Wouldn’t you feel deflated?
My suggestion is, dont let that be the sword that cuts you from the flow of goodness that comes from gratitude.
With grace, always be thankful for any help you receive. And when others Thank you, take it with grace too; so they too receive their blessing. This is a Law of attraction lesson as well. It is all about Reciprocation and I wrote about business success using the Law of Attraction and Also the Law of Reciprocity a couple of years ago, Definitely read that article!
Your gratitude bank also increases and the blessings flow both sides
Don’t get me wrong, it is not the first time someone Has given me a social mention or shout out.
Just today another friend I have only met on Facebook, yet our energy connected so much… He has done a few guest posts on here.
The amazing Ryan Biddulph of the Blogging from Paradise fame also recently wrote about gratitude.
I know my name featured in there somewhere, and I believe it is all beautiful energy. And I AM grateful for the love and the growth, and change in me that attracts such awesomeness.
At this time of year, I love to focus on GRATITUDE. So here we are.
For you the business owner, marketer, entrepreneur, if you aren’t seeing the results you wish for, dream of or have been promised via a training, I say FOCUS on GRATITUDE. Give more than you expect in compensation and the results will flow. Let go of your EGO and Let God/Source provide a way!
If all you see are the negatives, like I used to be a negative Nelly, I suggest you grow a sense of gratitude for the gift of life at the least!
Stop focusing on your unhappiness and see everything you should be happy for. You will find yourself healthier, attract more friends, carry less stress, grow into a much more approachable human and grow as a person and business owner.
The results will follow, I promise!
I suggest you grow a sense of gratitude for the gift of life at the least!
Because I love sharing something to get you going in the direction of growth always; And in every episode of Kalungi Group love, we share a resource that will get you going towards your success fast! Today we share our 40+ Power Affirmations to abundance and Success.
What I love about these affirmations is they dont make you feel like you are a fake because they focus on things you can achieve today. And also ACTION. So I highly recommend them.
Plus, I created a video to go with them so you can tune in when you are busy or chilled out. Or better still tune in every morning for 21 days straight and see what Source brings your way!
Download your FREE Daily Affirmation and Watch the Video Here
Below are a few more ideas to help you grow your gratitude muscle:
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And now lets go forth and show gratitude. So, if you are a person with an attitude of gratitude and you are happy, take this opportunity to share this message with one other person who needs it.
By the way, Gratitude is a learned behavior, Adopt it and Practice it daily! Do your best to help someone else learn this important Fact of Life And Business Success.
We Thank You and are Grateful that you took a moment of your life to visit, read all and share this episode and more from our website!
Wishing you a wonderful Season of Giving, Love and Light.
Your abundance is on the other side of Gratitude my friend!
More resources to Increase your Gratitude Bank and Manifest your Dreams
Get out of Business Rut Today – Learn how
Smash your self Limiting Beliefs and Build Success – Here’s How
How to Be Open to Receive Your Abundance – Learn How
Customer Retention – Here is How it Works
Afro-Brit Travelpreneur Confessions – From orphaned to Abundance
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To your Abundance
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Julie Syl Kalungi
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What a great post, gratitude is definitely the key to success in many aspects of life! I’ll be sure to pass this along, thanks for sharing!
You are most welcome Nicole glad you like 🙂
I totally agree with you. It is the key everything.
Aia it sure is 🙂
I could not say it any better. Gratitude is what keeps your customers. They are in good place when they see the person that you are. When you do good, it comes back to you.
Hey Presii,
We are glad you agree, thanks for your time and Happy new year to you! 🙂
Gratitude plays a big role in my life and I see its blessings on a regular basis too. You are right that it is the key to our success as a grateful heart is truly blessed. Happy New Year!
Thank you Elizabeth O,
I appreciate your continued support and we wish yo an amazing 2019 too 🙂
I agree that gratitude brings lots of business success. I have gotten many opportunities through gratitude.
Thats the spirit Lisa 😉
YES to this! Gratitude is key to so many things; success, wellbeing and more <3 I am trying to be more present and more grateful!
I say Amen to that Megan 🙂
I agree! Gratitude is key to changing our lives! If we aren’t grateful for what we have now, how can we ever receive more?
Exactly Cindy, we show gratitude, she brings more of her friends and family our way 😉
I can totally agree with you on this. everyone could use a little more gratitude in their life.
Indeed we could all use some more gratitude Britney 😉
Gratitude goes such a long way. It’s so important to show those you appreciate how much their actions mean to you. It seems like there is such a sense of entitlement anymore wherever you go. Many people could learn from your post.
Thank you Ashley, Lets spread the Love a Light 🙂
JSK
Yes! I do agree with you! GRATITUDE is such an amazing feeling….we have to be grateful for all!
Glad we are on the same gratitude boat Justyna 🙂
JSK
I totally agree with you. Saying thanks and showing appreciation is the best way to live a happy life. Running a business with the same attitude in mind will definitely help you reap success!
Thats the idea Kristine,
Glad you agree. And SHOWING GRATITUDE WITH HEART AND SOUL, Not JUST Surface desires opens massive doors for us! 🙂
JSK
Oh wow, I could have written so much of the first story! I relate so much to this and to the changes it’s made in my life to see things differently!! Such a great read!
hello Tiffany,
I am glad you relate and thanks for your time 🙂
JSK
I appreciate the description of a go-giver. Even when I first started out with my online business, a mentor told me that it wasn’t what we could get but what services we can provide to help fill a need. It changed my mindset. We want so much, but then don’t think of others first. (Which is what we are commanded to do!)
Hey Jay,
Its in Giving that we receive, they are two sides of the same coin. Like Breathing in and out. You cannot have one without the other 😉
JSK
Absolutely agree with this! So important to be grateful!
Gratitude is everything! Love your post. Sometimes we need a reminder of all the things we should be grateful for.
I love your gratitude tips and I look forward to putting some of them into actions. It’s crazy how being grateful can be so hard yet so easy. Thank you for sharing.
HEY JUDY,
You are most welcome.
WE KINDA KNOW, BUT WE RESIST Showing gratitude for what we already have or receive thus blocking our own success.
Thanks for stopping by 🙂
Gratitude is a selfless act. Gratitude acts are done unconditionally to show to people that they are appreciated, not because people are looking for something in return; however, that is not to say that people do not return the favor. Gratitude can be contagious, in a good way. Thank you for spreading the LOVE
Hi Rhea,
Absolutely spot on, and we must not look to be rewarded by the person we give…Although the law of Attraction dictates that we must Desire something and EXPECT to receive and ACT AS IF we have already received. And Gratitude is that way of Acting AS IF…
Glad yo agree and thanks for your insights! 🙂
Syl
Hi.
I totally agree with your words, gratitude is fundamental to our life, as well has positive thinking and, the good part is that we can change ourselves to a more positive thinking. Gratitude is the key!
We are glad you agree 😀
People can change and you prove that to yourself. Gratitude is something we have to work at sometimes. Found you on Bloggers Pit Stop Link Party.
Thank you for this reminder about gratitude!
Hey Suzie you are welcome!
Absolutely agree to this. Gratitude is the key to success, even in our lives as well. Thanks for the post.
Heya Maiti,
Gratitude is the key to super abundance, thats it!
An attitude of gratitude is important in everything we do! I love applying it to business.
Showing gratitude no matter what for in life is going to make you an all around better person. Showing it in your business is so important to remain connected to those around you!
I do believe that there is positivity in every situation, even if it is hard to find sometimes x
I always try to remain grateful for everything and never take my blessings for granted – it is very important.
You can definitely attract more with an attitude of gratitude Kaitlyn 🙂
I definitely agree that you need to be grateful in all aspects of your life. I try to think positively no matter the circumstances. I could definitely be in worse circumstances.
People talk about gratitude this, gratitude that, but they rarely connect with the words they are saying. Excellent post to drive these ideals home. Law of Attraction for the win 🙂
Hey Olivia,
You are spot on, we must connect to personal experiences and feelings to activate the LOA 😉
I agree! Gratitude and keeping yourself grounded make up the recipe to success. 🙂
I have started to see this way and use a gratitude mindset. I feel grateful and thankful for every bit of work that comes through no matter how tedious or small it might be.
Acceptance and gratitude are two virtues we must always practice every day. That opens up the portal for positivity to come our way and lead us to success. Thanks for sharing this post today. I really needed a boost!
Definitely needed this today!!! This is a great post to ponder I love that topic. It shows how Gratitude can lead us to success.
Being grateful for what we have despite all the struggles in our life is really important. This shows how being thankful we are in every single day of our lives and can totally lead us to our success.
Thank You, Coach Julie. Yes This Is Educative.
Thanks CoachJulie, This Is Impacting
You are most welcome Rufus 🙂
🙂 It all begins with gratitude.
Amazing post, Julie!
Julie thank you so much. Gratitude is a conduit to Good. See the good in all situations and it expands.