Gratitude in the Rear View Mirror shares profound insights on thankfulness so sincerely and graciously, you can't help but be drawn in. Examples from great lives, published studies, and even Scripture are interwoven with moving personal accounts of John Hurlbut's own life struggles and his eventual epiphany. As he puts it, "an intentional shift in focus, a conscious recognition of the good in life. Over time, ... making gratitude a default mindset." Enabling him to look back and continually say, "I will be forever grateful for... while also facing tomorrow with a heartset that "magnifies the delight in one's blessings" and "creates a resilient and joyful spirit that gracefully embraces life's uncertainties." This book offers us all the same, as John invites, "Welcome to the journey."

Melissa Y. Moran / Freelance editor