Imagine you spent the entire month of December hoping to get an Xbox for Christmas. When you wake up on Christmas morning, you find many wonderful presents under the tree, including several toys you know you will enjoy. However, the Xbox is not there.
Discussion Questions
- What is the best way to act in this situation?
- Is it ungrateful (failing to show appreciation or thanks) to look down on the gifts you did receive just because you missed out on one thing you wanted? Why or why not?
Reacting to Others
Later that afternoon, you find out that one of your friends down the street received an Xbox along with several great games.
- What is the best way to react to your friend’s good news?
- How would you want your friend to act toward you if you had received the Xbox and they had not?
Private Reflection Journal
What is one thing from this study that you can apply to your life today? Jot down your thoughts below.