The fourth Thursday in November is a day set aside for giving thanks. But let’s extend that to (at least) the entire month with November’s tip: Be grateful for what your body can do.
Most often, there’s plenty. You got out of bed this morning, right? You stepped outside to pick up this newspaper. You sat down, stood up and did 100 things we all too often take for granted — not even counting exercise, which we hope is part of your day today.
Appreciate that you can walk even for 10 minutes, or swim a half-mile or take a flight of stairs. Revel in the soreness that may follow pushing yourself harder than usual, and in the reward of a sunrise, sunset or peanut-butter sandwich at the end of your workout.
On days when your body seems more of a frustration than a gift, just accept that sometimes, breathing is not only plenty, but most truly, the ultimate blessing.
