Gratitude
Posts that focus on gratitude in all its forms. These posts can cover showing gratitude about life and family, ways to find gratitude, ways to express gratitude, why it's important, and more. This also includes posts about self-care and mindfulness and journaling.
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Day 17. People with Special Needs Remind of What’s Really Important
Do you know someone who is differently abled or has special needs? If there’s anyone whom we can take a life lesson in appreciation from, it’s special needs folks. Some people might look at people whose brains function a bit differently than the majority of individuals, and be apt to judge them or dismiss them due to their slower approach to living. The truth is that families who have been touched by special needs in such a way have discovered that these folks have much to teach us about celebrating life and living in the moment. I have a daughter with special needs so I can attest to this! Your…
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Day 16. Grateful for Your Powerful, Amazing Mind
On Day 16 of our 30 Days Blessed at Christmas Challenge, we will explore something truly amazing – your brain! Here are some fun factoids about the human brain to ruminate on and be grateful for. Human memory begins to function approximately 20 weeks after conception. That’s a lifetime of potential memories to create. The storage capacity of the human brain is virtually limitless. So it’s highly likely that your mental capabilities far exceed your own expectations. Put it to the test and see what you accomplish! It is believed that an adult brain can recall anywhere from 20 to 100,000 words. The more sleep we get, the better our…
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Day 15. Grateful for Your Powerful, Miraculous Body
For today’s 30 Days Blessed rumination, we’re going to dwell positively on the miracle of your body. Your body is a perfect machine, all parts working in concert, directed by your complex power center, the brain and nervous system – the hard wiring that’s responsible for it all coming together so naturally and effortlessly. Regulated by your pulsating heart that carries blood to the outermost edges, and allowing you to exist in this world! When you were born, your mind was an untouched tablet, waiting to be imprinted upon. Your body was a bundle of untapped and undeveloped potential. Look at you now! Isn’t it a wonder. Why do we…
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A Christmas Mission Statement Can Help Reduce Holiday Stress
Affiliate Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Some of the links below are affiliate links meaning that at no additional cost to you, I will earn a commission if you purchase something using the link. Read the full disclaimer policy here. The holidays come around every year and each year brings the promise of magic and wonder. Christmas delights entire families and gets them excited for gifts, celebrations, and time off from their regular routine. The excitement generated by Christmas can quickly fade when things start to feel overwhelming. Without proper planning, Christmas time can morph into a stressful time filled with too many activities and not enough…
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Day 14. Commune With Nature
On Day 14 of our 30 Days Blessed at Christmas Challenge, we’ll talk about giving thanks for the beauty of nature and the miracle of life on this planet. Do you ever marvel at the perfect balance of conditions that sustain life here on Earth? Do you ever think that water is the main reason we’re here, existing in our lives? No other planets in our solar system have an abundance of water as we do. The beautiful, life-giving water that covers our planet and serves so much purpose in our lives for health, pleasure and utilitarian means. It can be fun and illuminating to expand your consciousness to the…
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Day 13. Grateful for Your Family in All Their Beautiful Imperfection
Nothing can compare to the relationships we share with family. For some, family life means happy chaos, warmth and affection, and the freedom to be yourself. For others, family life presents some serious challenges to overcome. Most people’s families fall somewhere in the middle – love and support at some times, friction and misunderstanding at others. Having a family of imperfect people is perfectly normal and healthy! Families Are Complex The thing about families is this. There are always positive takeaways, even in the most complex relationships. In your family, are things always what they seem to be? Sometimes not. For example, in a family where the children were lavished…
