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David Steindl-Rast is a German-born monk and writer known for his research on gratitude. His works explore the role of gratitude in personal and spiritual life, as well as how it can promote the well-being of individuals and societies.

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Famous David Steindl-Rast Quotes

“Gratefulness is the gallantry of a heart ready to rise to the opportunity a given moment offers.”

Heart Moments Opportunity Given Ready Gratitude Offers Gratefulness Gallantry

Book:Gratefulness, the Heart of Prayer: An Approach to Life in Fullness

Source: Gratefulness, the Heart of Prayer: An Approach to Life in Fullness

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

Moments Joy Doors Gratitude Surprise Glimpse Gratefulness

Book:Gratefulness, the Heart of Prayer: An Approach to Life in Fullness

Source: Gratefulness, the Heart of Prayer: An Approach to Life in Fullness

“At any moment the fully present mind can shatter time and burst into Now.”

Mind Moments Mindfulness

Author:David Steindl-Rast

“Try pausing right before and right after undertaking a new action, even something simple like putting a key in a lock to open a door. Such pauses take a brief moment, yet they have the effect of decompressing time and centering you.”

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Author:David Steindl-Rast

“One can learn to focus on "opportunity" as the gift within every given moment. This attitude towards life always improves the situation. Even in times of sickness, someone who habitually practices grateful living will look for the opportunity that a given moment offers and use it creatively.”

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Author:David Steindl-Rast