It's true that we should give thanks simply because God commands us to give thanks on all occassions, it is also true that there are tremendous benfits that happen to us mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually when we give thanks. No one is immune from the difficulties of life so we all need encouragement to help us train our minds to turn from the negatives to the things we can be thankful for. This teaching is intended as an encouraging word to help you learn to do yourself a fave and give thanks.