10 Days Of Giving Thanks: Day 4

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“Think the best of each other, especially of those you say you love. Assume the good and doubt the bad.”  Jeffrey R. Holland

Day #4
I’m thankful for those that give the benefit of the doubt.

In a world where people often jump to conclusions without having all the facts and fill in the empty spots with negative assumptions, I appreciate getting the benefit of the doubt. I’m thankful for people that choose to believe the best about others and don’t automatically expect the worst. I’m thankful for those that resist the urge to be offended if I don’t handle things the way they would or how they’d hoped, but instead look for the good intentions.

I’m thankful for people that don’t judge me based on what others might think or say. I’m thankful for true friends that stick up for me when I’m not even there. I’m grateful for the people that know there is often more going on than what they see. I appreciate those that freely give their understanding and go out of their way to learn the truth.

Day #3 I’m thankful for the people who reach out.
Day #2 I’m thankful for curiosity and creativity.
Day #1 I’m thankful for the love of my family and friends.