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“I am so far from being a pessimist … on the contrary, in spite of my scars, I am tickled to death at life”—Eugene O’Neill

Ah, thankfulness. Most of us likely spent the Thanksgiving weekend talking about what we are thankful for, who fills our hearts, and where we enjoy spending time and energy.

We may also have had a few discussions about what has gone awry in the world, positing who is messing things up, and how much could improve only if ... insert your personal opinion here.

Just having the freedom and capacity to spend a weekend on those thoughts is something to be hugely g...