67 Quotes by David Steindl-Rast

One single gift acknowledged in gratefulness has the power to dissolve the ties of our alienation.

In moments of surprise we catch at least a glimpse of the joy to which gratefulness opens the door.

True gratefulness is courage to give thanks for a gift before unwrapping it.

Joy is that kind of happiness that does not depend on what happens.

The universe is gratis. It cannot be earned, nor need it be earned.

Gratefulness is the inner gesture of giving meaning to our life by receiving life as gift.

Gratefulness is not just saying “thank you.” It’s acting. It is being yourself. A mother is grateful, shows gratefulness by mothering, a scientist by doing science.

Any change in attitude changes the way one sees the world, and this in turn changes the way one acts.

What brings fulfillment is gratefulness, the simple response of our heart to this life in all its fullness.