Dear Gratitude: An Anthology

A timeless truth is that art is best revealed and is how Chris Palmore shares the timeless truth of what gratitude can do in his powerful book. This is not a “how to” approach or lecture that screams “YOU SHOULD BE GRATEFUL!!!” Instead, it is a collection of stories from everyday people, in different walks of life, who reveal their experiences with gratitude and what it did/does for them. At first glance some may seem short and simple, others longer and more “impressive,” but all bring out the mutual effect of it. Interspersed in them are the author's encounters with “strangers," as he traveled, who shared their feelings of appreciation, including a homeless man who introduced him to people that provided help, like the barber who gave free haircuts to those in his situation.Journeys start with a first step and the one Chris took was writing a letter on his mom's Facebook page, expressing his gratitude for her on his 35th birthday, not knowing it would be their last one together. An especially emotional chapter is “Letters To Mom,” in which others who knew her personally-and some who didn't-contributed their accounts of thankfulness for her presence in their lives. (You might want to have some tissues beside you.)It's only fair to give a warning that once you open “Dear Gratitude An Anthology” you'll find it nearly impossible to close before you've seen the last page and then you’ll want to read it again-don't forget the tissues. As happens with true art the timeless truth of gratitude will be revealed through and between the words and you'll be encouraged and empowered in your journey with it, wherever you are now.

Pick this book up if you want a real pick me up.Stories are short and all from the perspective of different people.Really well thought through structure and overall feel from the editor. Love that you can just read one story or multiple.It's a book you can keep coming back to, especially if you are having one of those days and need more gratitude in your life!Highly recommend.

Life is hard.It pitches curve balls every day.We spend so much time dodging them we forget to swing the bat, to play the game: of life that is. We lose sight of all the base-hits we’ve racked up, worrying about striking out, or getting hit by a fast-ball. We grumble, which leads to more grumbling and more things to grumble about.Gratitude, Chris Palmore demonstrates, is a magical tool we can employ to transform our lives from the despair of defeat, to the joy of victory.This delightful collection of thankful letters—written by Chris, and many others—will lift your spirit and inspire you to dance, skip, and jump over life’s curveballs, and maybe, once in a while, hit one out of the park, or at least, steal home-plate.Gratitude, as Chris points out, isn’t the DESTINATION of a happy life; it is the PATH to one.

In "Dear Gratitude: An Anthology," author, anthologist, and gratitude guru, Chris Palmore provides us with an inspiring read that we can go back to time and time again for a dose of perspective and a burst of inspiration. A collection of short pieces written by an impressive and eclectic variety of masterful storytellers, the short pieces contained within this volume will, alternatively, make you smile, make you laugh, make you reflect, and bring a tear or two to your eye. But overall, these engaging and impactful stories will make you think...and remind you that -- even in the toughest of times and circumstances -- it is so important to maintain an attitude of gratitude.

You have a decision to make. Will you pick up and read another book about gratitude or will you dig deeper and experience this beautiful book by Chris Palmore in ways that will change your life. Chris shares so freely and honestly about his own journey, you’ll soon feel like you’ve rediscovered an old and much loved friend. I have known Chris for several years and his words have touched my life and indeed my soul in ways that have positively shifted how I view and experience the world. I want and wish this same experience for you. All you need to do is open your mind, I promise your heart will follow.

Rarely do you come across a collection of stories written from the very fabric that constitutes our soul. This anthology inspired, empowered, and emotively expressed both tragedy and triumph. This book is a tribute to all that’s possible with the life giving power of gratitude. I am grateful for the author Chris Palmore and all of the contributors. A wonderful symphony of beautiful stories!‪“Feeling gratitude and not expressing it, is like wrapping a present 🎁 and not giving it.”‬-William Arthur Ward

It's so clear when you pick up this book that you're going to be inspired. Dear Gratitude is like Chicken Soup for the Soul. But instead of a bowl, it's the entire pot. The journeys in gratitude leave you wanting more. Thank YOU, Chris for being your authentic self and holding space for others to share their stories. Including my own. Get this book. Give this book. LIVE this book! You'll be glad you did.

Gratitude is a learned art of appreciation. Chris has captured this path of learning in his heart felt, vulnerability, sharing his journey, with us.If we can stop, and reflect our life’s path, we can see how much we have to be grateful for.Thank you, Chris, for your words and the reminder that people and life situations, are the journey, and seeing the ripple effect in our lives, with Gratitude.

In a time when you feel isolated, alone and lack hope, this book will bring you right out of the pit of despair. It was a joy to witness and read so many wonderful letters and stories from real people who are truly grateful for the life that has been gifted to them. A fabulous opportunity to invite you to stop and look around you, and see for yourself all the things you can appreciate and give gratitude. This book prompted me to begin a daily practice of doing just that.

‘Dear Gratitude’ an anthology created by Chris Palmore, is a beautiful collection of letters, poems and essays, from people from all walks of life. Every page is infused with love and inspirational stories that everyone can relate to in one way or another. Though each story is unique in its own special way, the one common theme is...all you need is gratitude. When we shift our perspective and stop focusing on everything that we don’t have or on everything that has gone wrong in our lives, we can find joy and happiness and inner peace in the little miracles that happen every day. Gratitude is a healing and uplifting human experience that we need to practice on a daily basis. ‘Dear Gratitude’ proves that when a large number of people choose to practice and embody gratitude on a daily basis, it creates a collective force that will shift the universe into a positive direction with a kinder healthier more balanced human race. Thank you Chris Palmore for the beautiful gift to the world. I highly recommend getting this book.

Everyone should read this book in 2021.