After everyone has listed out their items, go around and share your answers.

WhenThanksgivingand Christmas come around, our minds are more focused on giving to others.

However, these are activities that can and should be done all year long.

“Thankful” porch mat with boots and fall leaves

When doing spring cleaning, donate toys and clothing items that are no longer used.

On your birthday, consider raising money for a favorite non-profit organization.

There is the way we think about why we have these things.

Gratitude Journal notebook and pen on table with cup of tea and flowers

There is how we feel about the things.

Younger people, specifically, may only be aware of a couple of these parts of gratitude.

When thinking about our blessings, we need to realize that gratitude is about receiving and giving.

piles of clothes to keep, donate, and discard

fall trees with a heart-shaped part of the sky