The Official Symbol of Gratitude
The Power of using a symbol, how they evoke memories, emotions, ideas, and meaning. Gratitude is the most powerful emotion
Internationally recognised across a range of unique cultures, using characters rather than words, makes them universally understood.
Gratitude helps us to focus on the positive aspects of our lives, appreciate people around us, and find joy in everyday moments. The joy we often overlook, when we are trying to express gratitude yet feel overwhelmed by the stresses and challenges of daily life. That’s why symbols of gratitude can be so powerful – they offer a tangible way to express our appreciation and remind us of the good things in our lives.
Gratitude is an essential part of living a happy and fulfilled life, one way to express gratitude is by using a symbol that represents it. Simply draw the symbol, don’t worry about accuracy, the intent is there, draw it in sand, paper, swirl in the water, why not when washing the pots – I’m going to use it more when conducting Reiki sessions.
Let’s look at other symbols that convey similar messages, the hands in prayer, the heart, that star, simple circle, and buddhas, all bring powerful intent when drawn or visualised.
The universal gratitude symbol has two main parts: a simple spiral centre and three circular dots on the lower exterior of the spiral. A third part on the bottom of the spiral resembles a hook, a Makau, which has significance in Hawaiian cultures. Some consider they see a subtle lowercase G on the inside of the symbol, representing gratitude.
Perfect circle is the core of the gratitude symbol, spiral in the centre, symbolising rebirth, the circle of life and evolution, and is often seen as a symbol for change and development. Gratitude is, at its core, the act of giving thanks for what you have. Gratitude prompts personal growth which is often seen as personal evolution or even rebirth.
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A series of three dots an ellipsis, believed to have a variety of meanings, all of which tie into a gratitude practice. The first a grammatical perspective, a series of three dots stands for taking further thought or action. This symbolism closely relates to a gratitude practice, as a practice always seeks to find things to be grateful for and take further action to journal or give thanks.
The secondary meaning of the three dots is a mathematical thought, which represents an infinite list. The beautiful thing about the mathematical representation is that a gratitude list can be truly infinite. There is always something to be grateful for and our list of things to find gratitude in is an infinite number.
The hook at the bottom of the gratitude symbol resembles Makau, an ancient Hawaiian symbol that represents strength, energy, and abundance. Helps us increase the power of our happiness, giving us emotional strength and energy.
Using Crystals with Gratitude
Rose Quartz, most associated with gratitude with its pink colour, representing unconditional love encouraging opening the heart to giving and receiving feelings of love. Along with Amethyst for calming, the most healing of crystals. When you are at peace within yourself, you can focus more easily on everything you have to be thankful for. Tree Agate is known for peace and calming. A calm heart can sift through the stresses of everyday life to focus on all they have to be grateful for.
We can express gratitude with our words, with our thoughts, and with our actions, but the most important thing is that we express our gratitude to other people. Take a moment to tell someone you appreciate them and watch their day turnaround. We all deserve to be reminded that we are appreciated and should take time to share this with the people we care about as often as possible.
As you wake, metaphorically hit the ground with Gratitude for a few moments and see how it can change your day
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