Oprah Winfrey Quotes

It's not easy being grateful all the time. But it's when you feel least thankful that you are most in need of what gratitude can give you.

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• It's not easy being grateful all the time. But it's when you feel least thankful that you are most in need of what gratitude can give you.

  

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