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“Gratefulness is the great task, the how of our spiritual work, because, rightly understood, it re-roots us.”

Quote by David Steindl-Rast

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David Steindl-Rast

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. more

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