Hey Fabulous & Radiant Soul,
Thanksgiving is upon us—a time when gratitude is served alongside the stuffing and pie, often with a hefty side of obligation. For some, this holiday is a chance to bask in shared meals, laughter, and connection. For others, it’s a quieter moment, spent solo or in smaller company.
And then there are those of us who, while peeling potatoes or scrolling through gratitude posts on social media, feel something unexpected bubbling under the surface: anger, sadness, or loss.
Here’s the truth: what if that’s okay?
Is it possible to hold gratitude and anger at the same time?
Hell yes.
Let that sink in.
Because being thankful doesn’t mean you have to sugarcoat your pain. It doesn’t mean giving a free pass to the chaos in the world or accepting the unacceptable. Gratitude isn’t about ignoring the shadow—it’s about acknowledging and CHOOSING to focus on the light that still flickers, even in the darkest of times.
Why Anger and Gratitude Can Coexist
Anger can be a sacred fire. It shows us where change is needed, where boundaries have been crossed, where our soul aches for something better. It’s a powerful force, a teacher that refuses to let us stay small.
Gratitude, on the other hand, is the steady ground beneath that fire. It’s the reminder of what’s worth fighting for—the love, the lessons, the glimmers of beauty that keep us tethered to hope.
When you bring the two together, you create alchemy. You turn anger into action and gratitude into resilience. This is where transformation begins.
Navigating Thanksgiving with Both in Mind
Whether you’re spending Thanksgiving solo or surrounded by others, here’s how you can honor both your gratitude and your anger this week:
Pause and Feel
Before the holiday begins—or even in the midst of it—take a quiet moment. Breathe deeply. Contemplate, or even write down one thing that’s stirring difficult emotions. Feel it. Name it. Let yourself get raw about it.
(Do this before any alcohol—you deserve the clarity!)
Acknowledge what’s real for you, even if it’s uncomfortable. This is your truth, and it matters.
Anchor in Gratitude
While holding that yucky feeling in your body like an internal dog-eared page, find one thing—just one—that you can be grateful for, even within this experience. Maybe it’s a lesson learned, a person who showed you kindness, or the strength you’ve gained from navigating tough times.
Or perhaps it’s simpler than that: the warm presence of a pet, the comfort of your favorite blanket, or the way sunlight pours through your window. Small moments of appreciation are just as valid—and just as powerful.
Set an Intention for Connection
If you’re gathering with others, consider how you can connect authentically—whether that means sharing your gratitude openly or simply holding space for your truth. You don’t need to perform or pretend. Your light, in all its messy beauty, is enough.
If you’re spending Thanksgiving solo, use this time to reflect and nourish your relationship with yourself. You are deserving of your own love and care. Intend to bring your light forward, because the world—and you—need it.
A Transformational Practice for Thanksgiving
If you’re ready to go deeper, try this:
- Write a letter to yourself or to someone you’re angry with. Pour it all out—the fire, the frustration, the raw truth. Don’t hold back. Let the anger speak.
- Then, in the same letter, write about what you’re thankful for in this situation or person.
- Don’t send it. Just sit with the duality you’ve created.
This practice isn’t about resolution. It’s about holding space for complexity. It’s about embracing the paradox of being human—a creature capable of rage and love, heartbreak and hope, despair and joy, all at once.
A Final Thought
Radiant Soul, this Thanksgiving, remember: gratitude doesn’t erase the turbulence of life—it strengthens your ability to navigate it. So, feel it all. Be angry. Be grateful. Be the bright, beautiful paradox you were born to be.
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Radiant Soul, your light is needed in this world, even when it feels heavy. Let’s transform that fire into something extraordinary.
With love and raw, ragged transformation,
Nora
Founder, Madame Morph & Soul Connection Hypnosis Training
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