Dear Friends,

November is here, and I just love this month! There’s something magical about the way the air turns crisp, the leaves transform into a stunning palette of autumn hues and bonfires crackle in the cool evenings. But as much as I enjoy all these seasonal pleasures, this month brings something even deeper: a time of gratitude, reflection and giving back.

Thanksgiving is not just a day on the calendar—it’s a season, a feeling and a reminder of how important it is to pause and appreciate everything that makes life wonderful. Whether it’s time spent with family and friends or the simple joys that fill your heart, it’s all about embracing gratitude. And this couldn’t be more fitting because November is also National Gratitude Month! Here are some of my favorite ways to celebrate this beautiful practice of giving thanks:

• Reflect on what you’re thankful for: Take a moment to think about the people,
experiences and things that bring you happiness and peace.

• Show your gratitude: Express thanks to the people you care about and don’t forget
to appreciate your health and well-being.

• Focus on abundance: Instead of what you feel is missing, shift your perspective to
all that you have, no matter how big or small.

• Practice gratitude daily: A regular gratitude practice can brighten your mood,
lower your stress and improve your overall well-being.

• Express gratitude in writing: Consider starting a gratitude journal or writing
thank-you notes to people who’ve made an impact on your life.

Gratitude is powerful—it lifts us up, strengthens our relationships and helps us navigate the challenges that life throws our way.

This month’s issue reflects that same energy. Our feature story, “Cultivating Wisdom: Nurturing the Wise Elder Within,” beautifully highlights the role of our elders. Their wisdom, nurtured over years of experience, gives us insight, support and a sense of community that has stood the test of time.

We’re also diving into topics that resonate with the times, including “Filtered Reality: How Social Media is Shaping Kids and Teens’ Self-Image.” With platforms like Instagram and TikTok influencing the younger generation’s self-perception, it’s important to have open conversations about the impact of these platforms on their mental health.

As we settle into the cooler weather, it’s the perfect time to enjoy the warmth of our next article, “Blissful Bowls: Celebrating with Soup.” Plus, we have great ideas for your Thanksgiving table in “Handcrafted Thanksgiving Décor,” and for our furry friends, “Electromagnetic Therapy for Dogs: Non-Invasive Relief for Pain and Wound Healing.”

I’ll leave you with this beautiful quote to carry through the season:

Gratitude turns what we have into enough.

May your heart be full and your blessings abundant this November!

Warmly,

Shae