Hi. Haven’t been on here for awhile, got caught up in travelling this past summer then this past few months I have had were very, very busy. I started doing this practice where everyday I write down 10 good things, in other words 10 things in my day I am grateful for. It helps me think more positively and see the good in the day instead of focusing on the negatives. With time this practice has truly become a vital piece in keeping my mind and spirit healthy.
That being said, at this moment in my life I am grateful for my job and the kind, fun people I work side by side with. I am grateful for my partner who understands and loves me. I am grateful for my parents who support me in every way and my sister who is like my little bestie. I am grateful for my food and my bed and my comfy comfy room where I am writing this from. And something I forget to truly thank and show gratitude for is myself. I am grateful for myself, my kindness, my resilience, my intelligence, and my confidence.
I think that you had stopped coming onto this platform before I started coming onto it, Andrea. I am glad to have you here, and enjoyed reading your comment. How inspiring it is to hear of the benefits you have seen from your practice of writing down 10 things in your day you are grateful for!
I had a wonderful weekend celebrating my younger sister’s marriage to her partner of 37 years. They did a simple civil ceremony at a courthouse with my husband and I as witnesses. We spent the weekend at a very nice hotel, went out to eat, went to a local museum, walked along the water, ate pieces of a tiny wedding cake I had made as a surprise.
The end of the weekend had a challenge when our car starter went out. Luckily our insurance and banking (with USAA) includes emergency car service. We waited in the beautiful hotel lobby for the friendly tow truck driver who got us home, and tomorrow my husband will get a new starter and fix the problem. Very grateful for the beautiful weekend and the resources to take care of the problem at the end.
We’re now home with our cat very happy to see us in our warm and comfy home.
I’m grateful for so much right now.
Since I just got back from a hike, I’m super grateful for my health and that I still have the ability to get out in nature and explore.
Good question for me today.
I just wrote, a day or two ago, about how practicing gratefulness in life
is like meditating.
In meditation I focus on my breath and mantra until my mind wanders.
When I notice my mind is wandering, I bring it back to the breath
and begin again.
I’ve been told that it doesn’t matter how many times my mind wanders.
It’s my choice to return once again to the breath that matters.
In my life I am choosing to be grateful.
And I will do that until I forget.
When I remember about gratefulness and notice I’m not viewing and living my life
through the eyes of gratefulness,
I will begin again.
It doesn’t matter how many times I forget.
What matters is that I make the choice to return to gratefulness.
And begin once again.
So here’s the thing.
I’m feeling pretty deflated today.
My Mom is slipping into depression.
I know my Mom and depression, and this is not looking good.
I’ve been trying to keep her spirits up.
But I don’t know if I can turn this around.
So I’ve forgotten today about gratefulness,
and now that I’ve remembered, it’s time to begin again.
Take a breath, Mary.
I’m grateful for a warm home, fresh food to eat, my five senses and the air that I breathe.
I’m grateful for family members that I dearly love.
But my rigid little mind and heart just want to weep
That’s okay Mary, feel your feelings, welcome them at the door.
So right now my heart is heavy, and the temptation is to just stay with that.
But I will begin again and choose gratefulness for all that is good in my life,
even with my sadness.
My mind is a fighter and a struggler, not especially good with acceptance.
But if there is going to be any room in my spirit for gratefulness,
I will need a dose of acceptance.
Accepting that I there are things that I can’t change to my liking.
Accepting that at 91, my Mom’s lifelong struggle with depression may take over.
And despite my best efforts, I can’t control this.
So I will get up, change clothes, and drive over to visit Mom.
I will notice the sky, the trees, and think about all the people in their houses
looking for joy in their own lives.
I will look into my Moms eyes with so much love,
and just be with her today,
not trying to change her, not pushing down my own feelings, just being with her.
And I will notice all the things that I am grateful for right along side my sadness.
And when I forget to do this, I will choose to begin again.
Sending much love and peace to all.
If you pray, please remember my Mom and myself in your prayers,
or send some positive energy our way.
Much love to all.
♥️
Dear Mary, I am so sorry to hear that your mother is slipping into a depression again. It is SO difficult to be around someone who is depressed and to keep one’s own spirits from getting depressed as well. As humans, we seem to be wired to reflect the moods of those around us. And then it must be extra difficult if you have seen her go down this road before and know how bad it can get. Praying for healing, strength, resilience. And I just lit a virtual candle for you and your mother (you can find it under “Mary and her mother”)
I also appreciate your noting the link between your meditation practice and using that same “mental muscle” during the day. I have in the past tried to keep the mental muscle from my meditation practice going throughout the day using other practices, but I hadn’t really thought of using gratefulness.
Thank you so much Elizabeth.
Thank you for understanding and thanks so much for the lighting the candle.
I spent the morning with Mom today and she seemed better, so I guess we’ll see.
I remembered to be grateful a few times today. I was already feeling pretty good each time
so remembering to be grateful deepened the experience. Much love to you Elizabeth. ♥️
Although you need to be supportive for your Mom, it is important to take time for you. Do something just for you. Hopefully there are others that can assist or senior centers that may offer a helping hand.
Thank you Robin Ann. You are so right..
I do need to take care of me.
I am looking forward to my drawing class tomorrow.
Art is something that I do just for me.
I need to encourage my niece and nephew to visit Mom and to bring their children.
Mom is in an Assisted Living Facility so she does get some help.
Thank you for your reminder to take care of me. Sending love to you Robin Ann.♥️
You’re on the right path,
dearest Mary . . .
my heart goes out to you,
as you and your mom
find your way
together.
I know,
that when you are tired,
and the bottom of your resources and strength
it can be almost impossible
to keep turning back to the healing breath of Gratitude,
but you will find it
because you need it for the days ahead.
I hold you close
and will keep both you and your mom in my heart
with love . . .♥
My partner’s mother will be moved to hospice care today. Today I am grateful for the time I got to spend with her this past year getting to know her, sharing stories, listening to music, cooking meals for her, watching random TV shows together….the list goes on.. most of all, I am grateful to have experienced her kindness and love.
Lauryn, sending you caring thoughts for your partner’s mother, your partner, and you as you help “walk her home.” Spirit will guide her, and all of you.
Deeply grateful that very thin threads may sometimes really carrying according to His Grace; for life itself; for my dear friends and loved ones and for dear kindred hearts with whom being in one spirit, possibly in stillness, posslibly supportive with all my heart.
Right now I am grateful for my friend Mike. Our new Home (my son and I ) needs a new septic (current owner pays) so we have to wait on closing. For now I am at Mike’s house for 2 wks and then my son and I will stay at an Airbnb.
I am grateful for my husband and friends and family and community. I am grateful for all of the brave people around the world who are living out similar messages that we need to awaken to a higher image of ourselves and that we need to work together to save our world. I am grateful for the vast store of information available at the touch of a fingertip on the Internet. I am grateful for a safe, warm home, and fresh food, water, and air.
So many things but mostly the fact that my son is coming to visit today! Love today’s quote from Jane Goodall…”The environment we create will determine what prevails. In other words, what we nurture and encourage wins.” Everything is energy. May my energy always be loving and life giving.
I am grateful for the meditation app I use and the chiming bells, waterfall, and birdsong in the background as I sit here pondering the question. I always listen to something guided to start my day and then turn on the timer while I pray, visit this site, and read.
I’m grateful for this day, for rest in a comfy bed and warm home, for tasty coffee, and for good results from my recent doctor visit. I am not a doctor person, so it had been quite some time, but I did the right thing – got a physical, got some bloodwork, and got my knee x-rayed since I felt a tiny bump. Everything came back positive, which I was praying for, but I am still relieved! The medical world is one I try to stay far away from.
Happy Sunday!
I go for a yearly physical so I can get my blood pressure meds refilled. Otherwise, a trip to the doctor usually consists of some kicking and screaming!
Oh yes – that is me, too! I have refused many a doctor visit over the years, but despite the current state of the medical world, I feel much better about having to use the system occasionally.
I am grateful for the warmth of my mug, a home with heat, friends and family, artist of all kinds, (especially musicians, composers, arrangers and vocalists, Christmas would not be the same without) technology, being able to read and comprehend, and my faith. All of you here!
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Hi. Haven’t been on here for awhile, got caught up in travelling this past summer then this past few months I have had were very, very busy. I started doing this practice where everyday I write down 10 good things, in other words 10 things in my day I am grateful for. It helps me think more positively and see the good in the day instead of focusing on the negatives. With time this practice has truly become a vital piece in keeping my mind and spirit healthy.
That being said, at this moment in my life I am grateful for my job and the kind, fun people I work side by side with. I am grateful for my partner who understands and loves me. I am grateful for my parents who support me in every way and my sister who is like my little bestie. I am grateful for my food and my bed and my comfy comfy room where I am writing this from. And something I forget to truly thank and show gratitude for is myself. I am grateful for myself, my kindness, my resilience, my intelligence, and my confidence.
I think that you had stopped coming onto this platform before I started coming onto it, Andrea. I am glad to have you here, and enjoyed reading your comment. How inspiring it is to hear of the benefits you have seen from your practice of writing down 10 things in your day you are grateful for!
Welcome back, Andrea.
I had a wonderful weekend celebrating my younger sister’s marriage to her partner of 37 years. They did a simple civil ceremony at a courthouse with my husband and I as witnesses. We spent the weekend at a very nice hotel, went out to eat, went to a local museum, walked along the water, ate pieces of a tiny wedding cake I had made as a surprise.
The end of the weekend had a challenge when our car starter went out. Luckily our insurance and banking (with USAA) includes emergency car service. We waited in the beautiful hotel lobby for the friendly tow truck driver who got us home, and tomorrow my husband will get a new starter and fix the problem. Very grateful for the beautiful weekend and the resources to take care of the problem at the end.
We’re now home with our cat very happy to see us in our warm and comfy home.
I’m grateful for so much right now.
Since I just got back from a hike, I’m super grateful for my health and that I still have the ability to get out in nature and explore.
Good question for me today.
I just wrote, a day or two ago, about how practicing gratefulness in life
is like meditating.
In meditation I focus on my breath and mantra until my mind wanders.
When I notice my mind is wandering, I bring it back to the breath
and begin again.
I’ve been told that it doesn’t matter how many times my mind wanders.
It’s my choice to return once again to the breath that matters.
In my life I am choosing to be grateful.
And I will do that until I forget.
When I remember about gratefulness and notice I’m not viewing and living my life
through the eyes of gratefulness,
I will begin again.
It doesn’t matter how many times I forget.
What matters is that I make the choice to return to gratefulness.
And begin once again.
So here’s the thing.
I’m feeling pretty deflated today.
My Mom is slipping into depression.
I know my Mom and depression, and this is not looking good.
I’ve been trying to keep her spirits up.
But I don’t know if I can turn this around.
So I’ve forgotten today about gratefulness,
and now that I’ve remembered, it’s time to begin again.
Take a breath, Mary.
I’m grateful for a warm home, fresh food to eat, my five senses and the air that I breathe.
I’m grateful for family members that I dearly love.
But my rigid little mind and heart just want to weep
That’s okay Mary, feel your feelings, welcome them at the door.
So right now my heart is heavy, and the temptation is to just stay with that.
But I will begin again and choose gratefulness for all that is good in my life,
even with my sadness.
My mind is a fighter and a struggler, not especially good with acceptance.
But if there is going to be any room in my spirit for gratefulness,
I will need a dose of acceptance.
Accepting that I there are things that I can’t change to my liking.
Accepting that at 91, my Mom’s lifelong struggle with depression may take over.
And despite my best efforts, I can’t control this.
So I will get up, change clothes, and drive over to visit Mom.
I will notice the sky, the trees, and think about all the people in their houses
looking for joy in their own lives.
I will look into my Moms eyes with so much love,
and just be with her today,
not trying to change her, not pushing down my own feelings, just being with her.
And I will notice all the things that I am grateful for right along side my sadness.
And when I forget to do this, I will choose to begin again.
Sending much love and peace to all.
If you pray, please remember my Mom and myself in your prayers,
or send some positive energy our way.
Much love to all.
♥️
Dear Mary, I am so sorry to hear that your mother is slipping into a depression again. It is SO difficult to be around someone who is depressed and to keep one’s own spirits from getting depressed as well. As humans, we seem to be wired to reflect the moods of those around us. And then it must be extra difficult if you have seen her go down this road before and know how bad it can get. Praying for healing, strength, resilience. And I just lit a virtual candle for you and your mother (you can find it under “Mary and her mother”)
I also appreciate your noting the link between your meditation practice and using that same “mental muscle” during the day. I have in the past tried to keep the mental muscle from my meditation practice going throughout the day using other practices, but I hadn’t really thought of using gratefulness.
Thank you so much Elizabeth.
Thank you for understanding and thanks so much for the lighting the candle.
I spent the morning with Mom today and she seemed better, so I guess we’ll see.
I remembered to be grateful a few times today. I was already feeling pretty good each time
so remembering to be grateful deepened the experience. Much love to you Elizabeth. ♥️
Although you need to be supportive for your Mom, it is important to take time for you. Do something just for you. Hopefully there are others that can assist or senior centers that may offer a helping hand.
Thank you Robin Ann. You are so right..
I do need to take care of me.
I am looking forward to my drawing class tomorrow.
Art is something that I do just for me.
I need to encourage my niece and nephew to visit Mom and to bring their children.
Mom is in an Assisted Living Facility so she does get some help.
Thank you for your reminder to take care of me. Sending love to you Robin Ann.♥️
I’m sending you love and good energy, too, Mary. Peace be with you.
Thank you ~SunnyPatti.
Peace be with you as well.
Sending you and your Mom positive energy Mary.
Thank you, Michelle ♥️
Love, kindness and compassion your way dear Mary.
And to you, Joseph as well. Thank you.
Mary, Sending loving energy to you and your Mom.
Thank you, Carol. ♥️
You’re on the right path,
dearest Mary . . .
my heart goes out to you,
as you and your mom
find your way
together.
I know,
that when you are tired,
and the bottom of your resources and strength
it can be almost impossible
to keep turning back to the healing breath of Gratitude,
but you will find it
because you need it for the days ahead.
I hold you close
and will keep both you and your mom in my heart
with love . . .♥
Thank you so much, Sparrow. ♥️
I’m grateful for love of Truth. Thank you universe I love you and you love me. We are one and this is truly something to be grateful for!
I am deeply grateful for my friends and family. I don’t know who I would be without them.
My partner’s mother will be moved to hospice care today. Today I am grateful for the time I got to spend with her this past year getting to know her, sharing stories, listening to music, cooking meals for her, watching random TV shows together….the list goes on.. most of all, I am grateful to have experienced her kindness and love.
Thinking of you during this difficult time, such a wonderful gift getting to know her for you.
Thinking of you as she transitions, loving kindness to you all.
Lauryn, sending you caring thoughts for your partner’s mother, your partner, and you as you help “walk her home.” Spirit will guide her, and all of you.
Deeply grateful that very thin threads may sometimes really carrying according to His Grace; for life itself; for my dear friends and loved ones and for dear kindred hearts with whom being in one spirit, possibly in stillness, posslibly supportive with all my heart.
Right now I am grateful for my friend Mike. Our new Home (my son and I ) needs a new septic (current owner pays) so we have to wait on closing. For now I am at Mike’s house for 2 wks and then my son and I will stay at an Airbnb.
I am grateful for my husband and friends and family and community. I am grateful for all of the brave people around the world who are living out similar messages that we need to awaken to a higher image of ourselves and that we need to work together to save our world. I am grateful for the vast store of information available at the touch of a fingertip on the Internet. I am grateful for a safe, warm home, and fresh food, water, and air.
So many things but mostly the fact that my son is coming to visit today! Love today’s quote from Jane Goodall…”The environment we create will determine what prevails. In other words, what we nurture and encourage wins.” Everything is energy. May my energy always be loving and life giving.
I’m happy to hear that your son is visiting! ♥️
Hope your son is doing well Carol
Robin Ann, He seems to be doing well and we had a wonderful time together today.
thank you, Carol!!!!
I am grateful for the meditation app I use and the chiming bells, waterfall, and birdsong in the background as I sit here pondering the question. I always listen to something guided to start my day and then turn on the timer while I pray, visit this site, and read.
I’m grateful for this day, for rest in a comfy bed and warm home, for tasty coffee, and for good results from my recent doctor visit. I am not a doctor person, so it had been quite some time, but I did the right thing – got a physical, got some bloodwork, and got my knee x-rayed since I felt a tiny bump. Everything came back positive, which I was praying for, but I am still relieved! The medical world is one I try to stay far away from.
Happy Sunday!
I go for a yearly physical so I can get my blood pressure meds refilled. Otherwise, a trip to the doctor usually consists of some kicking and screaming!
Oh yes – that is me, too! I have refused many a doctor visit over the years, but despite the current state of the medical world, I feel much better about having to use the system occasionally.
Great news on health results, I agree rather nerve wracking waiting for results.
The results came quickly, which is something I am not used to! Such a better system where we live now, and I am grateful for that as well!
The presence, encouragement and love of Spirit.
I am alert and feeling more encouraged and hopeful right now than I did yesterday, so am thankful for this. It’s a brisk, cold, sunny morning.
I am grateful for the warmth of my mug, a home with heat, friends and family, artist of all kinds, (especially musicians, composers, arrangers and vocalists, Christmas would not be the same without) technology, being able to read and comprehend, and my faith. All of you here!