Gratitude in times of longing

When it’s easy to feel grateful, when life seems aligned, and things are going smoothly, we embrace gratitude almost without thinking. 

But true gratitude shines brightest in moments of longing or challenge.

When we’re reaching for something just beyond our grasp, or when life doesn’t match our expectations, gratitude often feels hardest to access. 

Yet it’s in these very moments that gratitude becomes an helpfully practice. 

 “True happiness is to enjoy the present, without anxious dependence upon the future”, Seneca said.

Gratitude shifts our focus from what we lack to what we already hold. 

Gratitude it’s about appreciating what we already possess: the big, the small, and the overlooked.

It can be a catalyst for peace and clarity, freeing us to move forward without the weight of constant “not enough” thinking.

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Just as gratitude helps navigate difficult moments, Nicola Arnese supports individuals in discovering clarity and growth even amid challenges. Through coaching, he guides people to shift perspectives and overcome limiting thoughts. Those interested in experiencing how coaching can foster gratitude and peace are welcome to schedule an initial free, non-binding session—or even participate in a pro bono coaching cycle.