"Keeping a Gratitude Journal Has Changed My Perspective" (The Inner Life with Patrick Conley)

Have you been thanking God for your blessings? It can change your life!   Today on The Inner Life, Patrick Conley and Fr. Marcel Taillon had a beautiful conversation about the power of thankfulness in prayer. You can get the whole episode here! Don, a caller from Chicago, shared something truly inspiring—he’s been keeping a gratitude journal for four years! 📔   Don’s daily habit? Jotting down three things he’s thankful for. And after all this time, he’s discovered a profound truth: focusing on gratitude shifts his perspective from himself to God. 🙏 Instead of getting bogged down by worries, he now sees the countless ways God is working in his life, uncovering a deep sense of peace. Over the years, Don has recorded thousands of blessings, big and small, and it's opened his eyes to the real work God is doing in his life. 🌟   Fr. Marcel was blown away by this practice, calling Don a “supernatural pharmacist” for prescribing such a powerful spiritual exercise. He encouraged all of us to give it a try—just three things a day. It’s simple, quick, and as Don’s story shows, it can lead to amazing spiritual growth.   So, why not start tonight? Write down three things you’re grateful for, and tomorrow, you might just wake up with a heart a little more tuned to God’s goodness. ✍️✨   Don’s experience is a beautiful reminder that even in our struggles, God’s blessings are abundant. And sometimes, it’s only in hindsight that we realize those tough moments were filled with His grace. So, grab a pen and start counting your blessings—there’s a whole lot more than you might think! 🙌     The best way to listen to the Best of the Week is on our #1 Free Catholic App. It’s free, and always will be! To get and share the Relevant Radio app, check it out here.