Review of Blessings Abound
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[Following is a volunteer review of "Blessings Abound" by Katherine Scherer and Eileen Bodoh.]
"Blessings Abound" provides you with some reminders that there's joy in everyday life. People need to notice small things, to appreciate the moment, and what they have. Otherwise, life will become an endless pursuit of goals, never stopping to enjoy the results of already achieved ones.
We also need to create blessings, help people and maintain good relationships. Every little gesture counts: hold the door for the stranger, clean up after yourself, keep your promises. Just be nice in general.
This book mentions religious aspects, but it's quite helpful even for agnostics. There's this golden moral rule of "behave toward other people as you want to be treated yourself", which is universal for all cultures and religions. This books based heavily on this rule.
It's a short read, pretty easy to cover in one evening. But if you are short on time, you can read it chapter by chapter: they are small and filled with quotes by famous historical figures.
Blessings Abound is a reflective and grounding read centred on gratitude, human connection, and everyday responsibility. The book emphasises appreciating what you already have rather than constantly striving for more, and it frames gratitude as an active practice, not just a feeling. It also highlights the importance of being present for others, showing up for your community, and choosing to be a thoughtful, reliable neighbour.
Overall, it’s a steady reminder that fulfilment often comes from strengthening relationships and contributing meaningfully to the lives around you.
I was reading it before bed and enjoyed it this way, I sleeped good afterwards. Short sentences didn't make me think too hard before bedtime, just a little self-reflection and a little planning for the future. The tempo of the book helps you to wind down after a busy day, balance your breathing and calmly go to sleep.
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Blessings Abound
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"Blessings Abound" provides you with some reminders that there's joy in everyday life. People need to notice small things, to appreciate the moment, and what they have. Otherwise, life will become an endless pursuit of goals, never stopping to enjoy the results of already achieved ones.
We also need to create blessings, help people and maintain good relationships. Every little gesture counts: hold the door for the stranger, clean up after yourself, keep your promises. Just be nice in general.
This book mentions religious aspects, but it's quite helpful even for agnostics. There's this golden moral rule of "behave toward other people as you want to be treated yourself", which is universal for all cultures and religions. This books based heavily on this rule.
It's a short read, pretty easy to cover in one evening. But if you are short on time, you can read it chapter by chapter: they are small and filled with quotes by famous historical figures.
Blessings Abound is a reflective and grounding read centred on gratitude, human connection, and everyday responsibility. The book emphasises appreciating what you already have rather than constantly striving for more, and it frames gratitude as an active practice, not just a feeling. It also highlights the importance of being present for others, showing up for your community, and choosing to be a thoughtful, reliable neighbour.
Overall, it’s a steady reminder that fulfilment often comes from strengthening relationships and contributing meaningfully to the lives around you.
I was reading it before bed and enjoyed it this way, I sleeped good afterwards. Short sentences didn't make me think too hard before bedtime, just a little self-reflection and a little planning for the future. The tempo of the book helps you to wind down after a busy day, balance your breathing and calmly go to sleep.
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Blessings Abound
View: on Bookshelves |
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