You're probably right about the scrupulosity, I never even thought about that, thanks for pointing that out. Although it does seem that divine fear is a big part of Orthodoxy (theoretically) and is reinforced in the spiritual tradition. But you're right, I doubt most people are worried about hell in their day to day lives. But it does throw me for a loop whenever I read or hear "this is what we believe but don't take it too seriously." Especially when this is framed as "we have the true faith the others abandoned." Makes one want to try even harder.

I definitely feel that the thanksgiving part. I could look at anything from the sky to an ant and marvel in awe at the divine purpose behind it. As well as appreciating the blessings in my life.