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"Gratitude" vs "Indebtedness" -- What is the difference? How would you explain the two in real life emotional examples? (more info in description)
"Gratitude" is the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness. "Indebtedness" is synonymous with gratitude, in the feeling of owing gratitude for a service or favor. With these two definitions in mind, think about the nuances between someone feeling "Gratitude" and someone feeling "Indebtedness" and how those differ emotionally. Then write what you come up with. Could be in poem format, or prose, doesn't matter, as long as you're focusing on sharing your perspective of how the two differ as someone experiencing them. // RULES // 1) Stay on topic. 2) Be clear about your perspective. 3) AFTER submitting yours, read and comment on at least 1 other entry-- do you share their view, did you enjoy how they wrote it? etc. [Obviously, if you're the first, you'll have to wait for another entry.] //CHOOSING A WINNER // a) Did they follow the rules? b) Was it an immersive read? c) Did it nail the nuances of feeling grateful vs indebted?

A Letter to my ‘lucky stars’

Lets put it this way: today, I am grateful for her. Every minute of pain and darkness I have ever felt, I would gladly feel over again for a million lifetimes if it meant I could end up where I am right now. With her. In her arms. In her thoughts. Seen by her eyes. For her, I have gratitude. Everything she touches, everything she does, all the words she brings to my ears - they all mean more to me than I can ever explain; and I've waited my whole life for them. I love that she is mine.

But then we will have these other days: I might feel indebted to her if she wipes my tears, breathes through my hurtful words and forgives me for them after. I could bring her flowers, or make her dinner - better yet, I could do both. And I could shower her with love and affection until she replaces my hurtful words with all of my kisses instead. I will dream of ways to be worthy of her; because for her, I feel in debt. Everything she touches, everything she does, all the words she brings to my ears - they all mean more to me than I can ever explain; they mean more than I can ever repay. I don't deserve her as I am now - I must be more.

Gratitude is the deep breath of fresh air that enters our lungs when we really appreciate a moment in time, and life itself. No question of your worth, this isn't about you - this is about the moment.

Indebtedness is appreciating something you aren't sure you deserve, and feel as if you need to find a way to earn that moment.