Brew the Teapot - A Thanksgiving Note from Our Cofounder
Take a moment to savor the tranquility of your patio, wrapped in a warm blanket with a cup of soothing tea in hand. Embrace the present, letting all your senses be part of this serene moment. The approach we take towards Thanksgiving, the viewpoint we adopt, and what we choose to focus on holds great significance. What if the fundamentals of Thanksgiving were the same principles we uphold in our daily lives? For Donna Letier, CEO of Gardenuity, these foundations are anchored in four primary elements: faith, family, gratitude, and growth.
She begins by expressing gratitude towards God, her source of inspiration. Next, her family – bound by legal ties or chosen connections – stands as her main motivation, her teachers, and her haven. Third comes gratitude; she admires knowing just how fortunate she is. The science behind giving, receiving, and experiencing gratitude is widely documented, as shown in a landmark study by psychologist Robert A. Emmons. His findings indicate that gratitude enhances psychological well-being, while other studies illustrate its positive impact on physical health.
"Gratitude heals, energizes, and transforms lives," Dr. Emmons said. "It is the lens through which we perceive life in terms of gifts, givers, goodness, and grace." Lastly, Donna's foundation revolves around opportunities for growth – the chance to evolve into the person she aspires to be, watch her children grow, and contribute to a thriving business that fosters goodness. Personal growth encompasses self-improvement, self-awareness, and striving to become the person your younger self would be proud of.
Your foundation may shift every day, week, or moment, and every year, but when it is sturdy from the beginning, you are more prepared to confront life's challenges. This raises an important question: How do you construct, mend, or safeguard your foundation? It involves moments of introspection, focusing on your personal well-being and making an investment in time. In our fast-paced, technology-dominated world, the idea of being still and present can sometimes feel challenging or self-centered. Incongruously, however, this practice is far from selfish. To find an answer, boil the kettle, brew a hot cup of tea, and ponder on what forms the base of your foundation. May you carry the feelings that prevail around Thanksgiving throughout the entire year.
Happy Thanksgiving! Until next time, I will be in the garden with a warm cup of tea. - Donna Letier, CEO, Gardenuity.
In Donna Letier's perspective, the elements that form the foundation of her life mirror the principles of Thanksgiving, encompassing faith, family, gratitude, and growth. These aspects of her lifestyle intertwine with her interest in fashion-and-beauty and home-and-garden, as evident in her passion for enjoying a warm cup of tea on her patio. Moreover, her commitment to personal-growth and education-and-self-development is reflected in her quest for becoming the person she aspires to be, fostering a thriving business, and prioritizing her personal well-being.
