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Tomorrow – Thursday, November 22nd – is Thanksgiving Day (here in the U.S.)
It is a day to pause, reflect, and give thanks for all the things we have.
(At least that’s what it’s supposed to be. For many, it’s a day off from work, a chance to be gluttonous and watch football, and an opportunity to go to sleep early to hit 4 AM “Black Friday” Sales. Not that there’s anything wrong with that, but we shouldn’t forget the whole “Thanks” part of it!)
This year, I decided to approach the “Thanks” part with an improv comedy mindset, and I would suggest you do the same.
When people give thanks, they may sit for a moment, think of all the things they have to be thankful for, and then maybe write them down or say them out loud out (perhaps as part of a pre-meal toast).
Improv comedy, however, is all about creative expression and explosion. It’s about going far beyond scratching the surface and digging deep, because that’s where the good stuff really lies.
This year, try this simple 12 minute exercise to really appreciate all you have to be thankful for, improv comedy style:
That’s all there is to it.
I just did this myself, and in the two minute reflection period afterward I can tell you I felt calmer, more fortunate, and more satisfied with my life than I have in a while.
Gone was the “striving for more,” the “annoyances at things that hadn’t borne fruit yet,” the “frustrations at all of life’s little ‘Dings.’”
I am lucky. Luckier than most. I have a lot to be thankful for.
Do this exercise yourself and you’ll probably feel the same way. The key is in not letting yourself off the hook with the few standard items we all know to be thankful for.
Do it improv style, tap your creativity, dig deep, and you’ll start to feel some real “thanks” this Thanksgiving!
Have a safe, fun, happy, and gratitude filled Thanksgiving!
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By Avish Parashar. As the world's only Motivational Improviser, Avish uses techniques from the world of improv comedy to engage, entertain, and educate audiences on ideas around change, creativity, and motivation. Connect with Avish on Google+