"We can only be said to be alive in those moments when our hearts are conscious of our treasures." — Thornton Wilder

This simple idea lands deeply this time of year. We often imagine “treasures” as the big things: milestones, achievements, the shiny moments that are easy to point to. But the truth is, the most life-giving treasures are often the ones we rush right past:

The warmth of a morning cup of coffee.
A friend who texts at exactly the right moment.
A quiet breath before the day begins.
A sunset that streaks the sky in colors no artist could ever fully capture.
A laugh shared with someone who truly understands you.

When we slow down long enough to really feel these things, something inside us wakes up. Gratitude creates a kind of inner brightness, a reminder that even if the world feels messy or complicated, there is still so much good woven into the fabric of our days.

This week, allow yourself to be conscious of your treasures, whatever form they take.
The simple ones.
The quiet ones.
The unexpected ones.

Let them anchor you. Let them restore you. Let them remind you that your life is already filled with beauty, not because everything is perfect, but because you’re willing to notice the moments that matter.

May this Thanksgiving week bring you clarity, warmth, and a heart wide open to the treasures already surrounding you. 

Happy Monday!