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Monday, September 8, 2025

Kickstart Your Gratitude Journey: Discover the Live LIGHT 70-Day Challenge!

Kickstart your Gratitude journey. The Live LIGHT 70-Day Gratitude Challenge invites you to make a daily commitment to thankfulness.

​Welcome! Today, I’m excited to introduce the Live LIGHT 70-Day Gratitude Challenge. If you’re ready to bring more joy and appreciation into your life, this is for you.

Over 70 days, we’ll choose gratitude, feel its impact, and express thankfulness together. Whether you’re new to practicing gratitude or want to go deeper, join us and experience the transformation that comes from giving thanks with your whole heart.

Your heart is the seat of your decisions, the seat of your emotions and the seat of your actions. So every day for 70 days—-from Friday, September 19, 2025 – Thursday November 27, 2025

I’m going to do 3 simple things.

  1. Choose to give thanks
  2. Feel grateful for what I give thanks for
  3. Show appreciation for what I feel gratitude for

And I invite you to do the same.

I’m Trevor Lund, the Creative Storyteller at https://revtrev.com, the founder of Live LIGHT Academy at https://livelight.ca and your host inside the Live LIGHT Cascade Chalet http://revtrev.link/chalet If you want to catch me live, on YouTube go to https://revtrev.com/tv or do to Facebook at https://revtrev.com/fb and like and set notification to catch me live there or follow on X at https://revtrev.com/x and be notified there. I what to help you give thanks with your whole heart https://revtrev.link/heart

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Are you ready to shift your perspective and embrace gratitude? The Live LIGHT 70-Day Gratitude Challenge invites you to make a daily commitment to thankfulness.

Every day, you’ll choose to give thanks, feel grateful, and show appreciation through simple actions. Inspired by Psalm 138:1, this challenge helps you notice the blessings around you, build resilience, and create positive habits.

Whether you join the live casts, follow the blog, listen to the podcast, or participate in our community, you’ll find encouragement every step of the way.

Start your journey with us on September 19 and see how gratitude can transform your relationships, mindset, and overall well-being. Let’s kickstart this gratitude adventure together!

Learn more at https://revtrev.link/thanks

Discover the Live LIGHT 70-Day Challenge!

Why Gratitude Matters More Than Ever

In the midst of busy schedules, endless notifications, and everyday stresses, it’s easy to miss the simple joys and blessings right in front of us. But studies have shown that gratitude—the intentional practice of noticing and appreciating what’s good—has a profound effect on our mindset, relationships, and health.

The Live LIGHT 70-Day Gratitude Challenge is designed to help you shift your perspective and build a lasting habit of thankfulness.

Whether you’re looking for a fresh start, wanting to deepen your spiritual walk, or simply need more positivity in your life, this challenge provides practical tools, daily inspiration, and community support.

Over the course of 70 days, you’ll discover how gratitude can help you navigate life’s ups and downs with more peace and resilience.

What is the Live LIGHT 70-Day Gratitude Challenge?

The Live LIGHT 70-Day Gratitude Challenge is a guided journey from September 19, 2025, to November 27, 2025. Each day, you’ll make a conscious choice to give thanks with your whole heart—drawing inspiration from Psalm 138:1: “I will give thanks with my whole heart.” This challenge is more than a checklist; it’s about building a lifestyle anchored in thankfulness.

Here’s what makes it unique:

You can make it what you want. What I do is 3 simple things.

  1. Choose to give thanks
  2. Feel grateful for what I give thanks for
  3. Show appreciation for what I feel gratitude for

How I can help you:

  • Daily Focus: Simple reflections or activities each day to help you choose gratitude.
  • Flexible Participation: Engage through live casts, podcasts, blogs, an online community, or at your own pace.
  • Spiritual Foundation: Grounded in biblical principles but welcoming to anyone who wants to grow in positivity.
  • Community Support: Connect with others taking the same journey for encouragement and accountability.

The Power of Choosing Gratitude

1. Gratitude Is a Choice

Gratitude begins as a conscious decision. By choosing to focus on what’s good—even in difficult circumstances—you shift your outlook and open yourself up to joy.

2. Gratitude Affects Emotions

When you notice and acknowledge blessings, positive emotions follow. Practicing daily gratitude can reduce stress, anxiety, and negativity. It helps you bounce back when life throws you curveballs.

3. Gratitude Inspires Action

Thankfulness isn’t just about feeling good—it naturally leads to actions that benefit those around you. When you express appreciation through kind words or deeds, relationships grow stronger and communities thrive.

Why 70 Days? The Science & Spiritual Significance

The number 70 isn’t random—it carries meaning both scientifically and spiritually.

  • Spiritual Meaning: In scripture, 70 represents fullness and completeness in God’s plan.
  • Habit Formation: Psychology research shows it takes roughly 66 days to form a new habit. By stretching this challenge to 70 days, you reinforce the pathways that make gratitude second nature.
  • Key Milestones:
    • After 21 days: You’ll begin to feel happier.
    • After 42 days: Gratitude feels routine.
    • After 63 days: The habit is nearly set.
    • After 70 days: Thankfulness is woven into your daily life.

How Does the Gratitude Challenge Work?

Each day for 70 days, focus on three simple steps:

  1. Choose to Give Thanks (Decision):
    Every morning, decide what you’re grateful for—even if it’s something small.
  2. Feel Grateful (Emotions):
    Allow yourself to really feel the emotion behind your thankfulness.
  3. Show Appreciation (Action):
    Express your gratitude—write it down, share it verbally, or do something kind for someone else.

You can join in by:

Who Should Join?

This challenge is for anyone who:

  • Feels stuck in negativity or stress
  • Wants deeper relationships or more purpose
  • Seeks spiritual growth or a closer walk with God
  • Wants to develop positive habits for life
  • Is interested in modelling gratitude at home or work

No experience is needed—just a willingness to look for good and build a new habit.

Key Benefits of Daily Gratitude

Mental Health Boost

Regular gratitude practice has been linked with lower rates of depression and anxiety. It helps shift your focus from what’s missing to what’s present.

Stronger Relationships

Expressing appreciation deepens trust and connection with family, friends, colleagues—even strangers.

Increased Resilience

Gratitude doesn’t erase challenges but helps you face them with greater strength and grace.

Greater Happiness & Fulfillment

Daily thankfulness amplifies moments of joy and satisfaction throughout your day.

Spiritual Growth

Reflection on blessings opens your heart to God’s presence and love in everyday life.

How to Get Started Together

Ready to join? Here’s how:

  1. Sign Up:
    Visit revtrev.link/thanks and register for the challenge.
  2. Pick Your Path:
    Participate through live casts (YouTube, Facebook, X), podcasts, blogs, community forums, or course materials. (See links above)
  3. Set Aside Time:
    Even five minutes a day can make a difference—schedule your gratitude practice like any important appointment.
  4. Share Your Journey:
    Use #70DayChallenge on social media to connect with others and inspire them too.

Challenge Options & Resources

The Live LIGHT 70-Day Gratitude Challenge offers several ways to take part:

  • Free Course:
    Get daily reflections at no cost. https://revtrev.link/thanks
  • Course + Community ($57):
    Includes video/text lessons, access to the Gratitude Hub (with replays), lifetime Chalet Access to Live LIGHT Cascade Chalet.
  • Course + Community + Clarity ($247):
    Everything above plus group coaching sessions and the Live LIGHT with your Whole Heart Course for deeper transformation.

What Will You Experience?

Imagine waking up every morning feeling more joyful and purposeful because you’ve chosen gratitude. With each day of conscious practice, your mindset shifts from lack to abundance. You’ll start appreciating small details—a kind word, a beautiful sunrise, laughter with family—and find more meaning in everyday moments. You’ll find yourself laughing more

Your relationships may deepen as you express appreciation more naturally. Stress becomes easier to handle because you’re focusing on what’s working. Over time, gratitude becomes part of who you are—not just something you do.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Do I need to be religious?
No—the challenge is rooted in biblical principles but open to everyone who wants more positivity in their life.

Q: What if I miss a day?
Just pick up where you left off! Progress matters more than perfection.

Q: Can I join after the start date?
Yes—all resources are available for replay or catch-up at any time.

Q: Is there support available?
Yes—live casts, community forums, group coaching sessions, and course materials all offer support throughout the challenge.

Tips for Making Gratitude Stick

  • Set a daily reminder on your phone or calendar
  • Keep a gratitude journal by your bed
  • Tell someone what you appreciate about them every day
  • Celebrate milestones—21 days, halfway mark (35 days), completion at 70 days
  • Reflect weekly on how your mindset is changing

Join Us: Your Next Step Toward Thankfulness

If you’re seeking real change—a way to break free from negativity and experience deeper happiness—the Live LIGHT 70-Day Gratitude Challenge is your invitation. This journey isn’t just about feeling good; it’s about transforming how you approach life every single day.

Sign up now at revtrev.link/thanks and discover how a daily practice of thankfulness can bring peace, happiness, and fulfillment into every area of your life.

Let’s kickstart this gratitude adventure together!

Final Thoughts

Gratitude is more than just an emotion—it’s a choice that shapes your thoughts, feelings, and relationships. Over these 70 days, you’ll build habits that last long after the challenge ends. Whether you’re seeking spiritual growth or simply want more positive energy in your life, this journey will help you uncover blessings all around you.

Don’t wait for happiness to find you—choose gratitude now and watch it grow.

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Tuesday, November 26, 2024

I show appreciation for what I feel thankful for

Learn how when you show appreciation for what you’re thankful for it can enhance your relationships and overall well-being. Embrace gratitude in daily life!

Trevor Lund is the founder of Live LIGHT Academy at https://livelight.ca/ and the Creative Storyteller at https://revtrev.com He helps you give thanks with your whole heart https://revtrev.link/heart Check out https://revtrev.com/tv for past videos and live casts and https://revtrev.com/radio to subscribe to his podcast wherever you listen. Sign up for the 70-Day Gratitude Challenge at https://revtrev.link/thanks

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“We also pray that you will be strengthened with all his glorious power so you will have all the endurance and patience you need. May you be filled with joy, always thanking the Father. He has enabled you to share in the inheritance that belongs to his people, who live in the light.” - Colossians 1:11-12 (GW)

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I wake up and choose to be thankful, for I know this leads to feeling gratitude. Savouring small pleasures, I notice when a neighbour takes a minute to greet me with a smile and chat about the weather. I think about how delicious my first cup of coffee tastes.

I keep a journal. I write about the pleasant things that happen to me each day. This is the day that the Lord has made. I will rejoice and be glad in it. I’ve promised it once, and I’ll promise it again: I will obey your righteous regulations.

I show my appreciation and I’m not selfish. I don’t try to impress others because I want to be humble, thinking of others before I think of myself. Not looking out only for my own interests, I take an interest in others, too.

I write thank-you letters and try to make them creative and memorable, so my friends and family know how much I appreciate their thoughtfulness. When possible, I thank others in person too. As I think about how much others have helped me, and I try to contribute something back. I pay it forward as well and look to do something nice for a stranger whenever I can. I know God loves a cheerful giver.

I give thanks for my relationships and give thanks to God for them whenever I think of them. I ask God to give us all hearts to know Him—who to know is life eternal.

I let my spouse know how much I count on their love and support. I hug them whenever I can. A blessing too early in the morning can be considered a curse. So I love and honour them. I tell my children that I am proud of them for trying, regardless of the results. I encourage them to find out what pleases the Lord.

I show my appreciation to God. I give thanks for salvation and I give thanks for my health. He forgives all my sins and heals all my diseases and redeems me from death and crowns me with love and tender mercies. He fills my life with good things. My youth is renewed like the eagle’s! My appreciation for God turns to praise.

I praise him with my whole heart. I will praise the name of God with a song; and will magnify Him with thanksgiving. I will praise Him every day; yes, I will praise Him forever. Great is the Lord! He is most worthy of praise! No one can measure his greatness. Let each generation tell its children of your mighty acts; let them proclaim your power.

Today, I choose to be thankful; I cultivate a sense of gratitude and I plan to show my appreciation from the moment that I wake up. I notice the good things in my life and acknowledge the many acts of kindness that I have received. My boundary lines have fallen on pleasant places.

Reflection Questions to ask Holy Spirit:

  1. How can I actively cultivate a sense of gratitude and choose to be thankful each day?
  2. In what ways can I show my appreciation to others and express humility in my interactions?
  3. How can I deepen my appreciation for Your blessings in my life and express gratitude for Your love and provision?

Next Steps

Unlock a happier you with our FREE 70-Day Gratitude Challenge Course—transform your mindset at your own pace! https://revtrev.link/thanks

Align your thoughts with God’s thoughts for you. Discover profound insights with our 70-Day Gratitude Challenge book, ebook, and audiobook—your wonderful guide to cultivating appreciation and joy! Learn more - https://revtrev.link/thanks

Enhance your journey with the Live LIGHT 70-Day Gratitude Challenge Journal, the perfect companion for the 70-Day Gratitude Challenge to inspire daily reflections and growth! https://revtrev.link/thanks

Don’t Forget to Give Thanks with Your Whole Heart

The Live LIGHT 70 Day Gratitude Challenge

Every day for 70 days …
Choose to give thanks – Decision
Feel grateful for what you give thanks for – Emotions
Show appreciation for what you feel gratitude for – Action
Learn to give thanks with your whole heart Check out the Live LIGHT with your Whole Heart course today - https://revtrev.link/heart

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