The Magic (The Secret, #3)

by Rhonda Byrne

“Let us rise up and be thankful, for if we didn’t learn a lot today, at least we learned a little, and if we didn’t learn a little, at least we didn’t get sick, and if we got sick, at least we didn’t die; so, let us all be thankful.” Gautama Buddha (circa 563 BC–483 BC) FOUNDER OF BUDDHISM Let Buddha’s words be your inspiration, and today take one problem or negative situation in your life that you most want to resolve, and look for ten things to be grateful for. I know it can be challenging to begin this practice, but Buddha is showing you the way to do it. Make a written list of ten things on your computer, or in your gratitude journal. As an example, your problem might be that you’re out of work, and despite your best efforts, you’re still unemployed. To magically turn this situation around, you have to do a concentrated practice of gratitude on the situation. Here are some examples of what you might say: I am so grateful to have had more time for my family during this period. I’m grateful that my life is in a lot better order because of the spare time I’ve had. I am grateful that I’ve had a job most of my life, and that I am experienced. I am truly grateful that this is the first time I’ve been unemployed. I’m grateful that there are jobs out there, and more new jobs are appearing each day. I am grateful for all the things I’ve learned in applying for jobs and in going for interviews. I am grateful that I have my health and that I can work. I’m grateful for my family’s...