Inspired by The Muppet’s Christmas Carol. (1992). Thankful Heart [Song]. Walt Disney Records.
Tis’ the time to watch many Christmas films! Every year, without fail, we watch The Muppets Christmas Carol, which is where this week’s song, Thankful Heart, has come from. It’s a positive and hopeful song with which to bring our year to an end.
The film explores the transformation of Scrooge which brings him the revelation of the importance of taking responsibility not just for himself, but also for others. This sense of belonging and commitment to community brings him a renewed sense of purpose and wellbeing with him finding joy in a renewed love for others.
The story of Scrooge, retold constantly through new adaptions, is one which is timeless. As a society, and individuals within it, we still need to learn the importance of care and community to our wellbeing. A focus on love and sharing characterised by the smiles and open doors in the song.
It sounds very utopian, perhaps some might argue, even communist with the idea of a shared wealth. Yet, the transformation of Scrooge brought a generosity of spirit which reached beyond kind thoughts and words to a promise to share the wealth. Scrooge even recognises that it is not stored wealth yet relationships which should be used as the measure of a person. His wellbeing and worth become intrinsically linked to his compassion toward others.
What this Christmas season brings is an opportunity for intentionality to adopt this transformed spirit of Scrooge. A chance to rest, enjoy and determine to sail a friendly course. This period is a gift to us which allows us the opportunity to rejuvenate, reflect, prepare and decide how we will start the next chapter of our lives as we start the new year. So, like Scrooge, let us too discover that sea of love and a thankful heart.
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