NOVEMBER’S VIRTUE

THANKFULNESS

Having an attitude of gratitude.

Being able to recognize and appreciate the blessings in our lives.

“Some people are always grumbling because roses have thorns; I am thankful that thorns have roses.” -Alphonse Karr

Discussion / Journal Questions:

1. What is a simple pleasure that you are thankful for?

2. Write about a happy memory.

3. Write a thank you note to someone in your life.

4. What artist, author, or musician are you grateful for?

5. Write about a teacher or mentor you are thankful for.

6. A friend I cherish is __________, because he or she…

7. I am so thankful to my parent(s) for… Explain.

8. A skill I have that makes me special is….

9. What was one thing that was a disappointment at the time, but turned out to be a blessing in disguise? Explain.

10. List 5 things you are thankful for today.

11. Remember a success you had and write a thank-you speech describing who helped you reach it. Then, share your speech with that person.

12. Describe 10 things you love about you, and how you are thankful for each of those things.