Welcome back to Tea with a Taurus, your cozy space for self-care and personal growth. If you’ve been following along with our February challenge, you know that this month is all about focusing on gratitude and self-love. Today, I want to bring you a special Thankful Thursday post, centered around the power of gratitude and affirmations.

Sometimes, in the hustle and bustle of life, we forget just how much we have to be thankful for. But even on the tough days, gratitude can shift our mindset and remind us of the beauty we often overlook. Whether it’s a moment of kindness, a personal achievement, or simply a warm cup of tea, there’s always something to appreciate.

Let’s start by grounding ourselves. Grab your favorite tea, find a quiet space, and take a few deep breaths with me.

Inhale through your nose, hold, and exhale through your mouth.

Again, inhale, hold, and exhale.

Let go of the stress from your day and bring yourself into this present moment, allowing gratitude to fill your heart.

Affirmations for Gratitude:

I’ve written down a few affirmations that you can use to tap into your gratitude and create a positive shift in your energy. Whether you say them out loud or write them down, I encourage you to repeat them with intention.

1. I am thankful for the abundance in my life.
2. Every day is an opportunity to appreciate the small things.
3. I welcome gratitude into my heart, knowing it brings peace and clarity.
4. I am grateful for the people who support me and love me just as I am.
5. My heart is open to receiving more blessings, big and small.
6. I trust that everything I need will always come to me at the right time.
7. I am thankful for the lessons I’ve learned through my challenges.
8. I release any negativity and welcome only positive, loving energy into my life.
9. I am proud of how far I’ve come and look forward to where I’m going.
10. Gratitude flows through me, making room for even more joy and success.

As you reflect on these affirmations, let them settle into your soul. Gratitude is not just a feeling; it’s a practice. And when you actively invite it into your life, you’ll notice a shift in how you see the world. Even in the mundane moments, gratitude helps us recognize the blessings we often take for granted.

Journal Prompt for Reflection:

To help you deepen your connection to gratitude today, I want to give you a journal prompt to reflect on:

Think about a moment from this week that you’re truly grateful for. It could be something as simple as a smile from a stranger or something more meaningful—a conversation with a friend that made you feel heard, or even an accomplishment that made you proud. Take a moment to write about this experience.

• What was the moment?
• How did it make you feel?
• What did this moment remind you about the good in your life?

Lastly, ask yourself: How can you bring more moments of gratitude into your everyday life?

Sometimes, when we take the time to reflect on these moments, we realize how much we truly have to be thankful for, even in the most ordinary days.

Closing Thoughts:

As we continue through this month of gratitude and self-love, remember that you’re worthy of all the good things in your life, big or small. Gratitude isn’t just for the good times—it can be a balm for challenging moments, too. When we actively choose to focus on what we have, rather than what we don’t, we open ourselves up to even more blessings.

Thank you for taking the time to read today’s post and take a moment to ground yourself in gratitude. I encourage you to share this with someone who might need a little reminder of how much there is to be thankful for. And if you haven’t already, make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss future posts, episodes, and self-care tips from Tea with a Taurus.

Until next time, keep shining, and remember: gratitude is the key to unlocking a fuller, richer life.

With love and gratitude,
Ashley