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Enlightenment Journal | Winter 2012-2013

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his Yoga Hour conversation between Rev. O’Brian and Angeles Arrien 

explores how to make gratitude a foundation for our lives and what 

becomes possible when we do. Discover how this simple focus can bring 

profound benefits.
Rev. O’Brian:

 Most of us are familiar with how gratitude enriches our lives, 

but perhaps we haven’t given too much thought to how that experience can be 

enhanced through intentional practice. What drew you to write about living in 

gratitude? 
Angeles Arrien:

 It is the one practice, if we were to do it every day, that keeps the 

heart open and when the heart is open, anything is possible. Every culture and 

language of the world has a means of saying thank you and extending generosity 

of spirit. Every culture in the world gives gratitude for the blessings that we see as 

wonderful opportunities and unexpected gifts that have come into our lives. 
Rev. O’Brian:

 “When the heart is open, anything is possible.” When we understand 

that gratitude can help us keep our hearts open, we discover a totally different 

way of being alive. We all experience the power of gratitude to transform our 

Gratitude:

 

Portals for  

Loving Your Life

 

A Conversation with Angeles Arrien