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What does it mean?
The fact of living is itself a miracle.
In plain terms
Just being alive is amazing.
What can you take from it?
Value existence itself, not just achievements.

Where it applies

  • reflection
  • hardship
  • meditation

Putting it to work

  • daily thanks
  • perspective shift
  • coping

Questions to consider

  • What makes life miraculous?
  • When do you feel alive?

Another view

It can overlook suffering that makes life feel like a burden.

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