Gratitude
Feed Your Soul. Feed Your Mind.
A Quote? Everyday?
I frequently get asked, “You send out a Quote Of the Day? Everyday? How interesting! Why?” I think it is time to outline the history of the Gratitude Burst and how it came about. I do not know the actual start date of the Quote of the Day, but something came up at work one…
Read MoreMy Day Begins And Ends With Gratitude
From the time I open my eyes in the morning until they close at night, I feel gratitude. Starting and ending my day with gratitude puts the perfect bookends on my day. I list the things that make me feel the most grateful before I get out of bed. Starting my day with gratitude begins…
Read MoreGratitude Promotes Healing
A thankful heart is powerful medicine. Gratitude promotes healing. Gratitude makes me happier and healthier. It lifts my spirits and increases my energy levels. It enhances my mental and physical wellbeing. A hearty immune system and cheerful outlook help to protect me from illness and depression. Gratitude strengthens my relationships. I feel more connected to…
Read More10 Practical Ways to Grow Your Gratitude
Have you ever tried to cultivate gratitude? It can be more complicated than it sounds. Our brains are usually wired to pay more attention to negative events. Hurricanes and heartbreaks create deeper impressions than rainbows and family dinners. Sometimes, you’re just so busy that you forget about your resolutions on your way to work and…
Read MoreMy Heart is Filled With Love and Gratitude
Gratitude is one of the most powerful emotions that we can experience as human beings. It is the feeling of being thankful for the blessings that we have in our lives, no matter how big or small they may be. When we cultivate an attitude of gratitude, we can find more joy, contentment, and peace…
Read MoreI feel gratitude for simple blessings
As I lift my eyes to the skies, I sink deep into a state of gratitude. This posture takes my mind to each blessing that is presented before me. Even simple blessings help me develop the practice of gratitude. Before I retire to bed each night, I consciously assess how I feel – physically, mentally,…
Read MoreGratitude Lessons from Geese
A flock of geese is worth watching. As each goose flaps its wings, it creates an uplift for the bird following. By flying in V formation, the whole flock adds 71% more flying range than if each bird flew alone. Lesson: People who share a common direction and sense of community can go farther and…
Read MoreGetting Things in Order
Bob Dylan sang the lyrics, “Times they are a-changin'”
Read MoreFinding Gratitude in Simple Joys
Are you missing the gratitude? Do you often find yourself feeling tired, spent, or even exhausted? Maybe you feel challenged to find balance and contentment. Human lives can get very complicated sometimes. However, it’s possible to discover some of the simpler joys in life to soothe your soul. Simple pleasures are all around you. You…
Read MoreGratitude Song with Sign Language
Here is a nice soothing song about Gratitude and Love. I really like that there is an interpreter signing for the hearing impaired! I hope you enjoy it too! If you liked this video, leave a comment and let me know what you enjoyed about it! Note: This post was previously posted and recently updated.
Read More6 Ways to Deal with Naysayers and Crush Your Goals
Taking a leap of faith for yourself is an already daunting and challenging path. Naysayers or Negative Nancy only make the journey that much more difficult. You do not need their pessimism, nor do you have to deal with it. There are several ways to deal with these individuals so you can move past them…
Read More5 Easy Steps to Start Visualizing Your Success Today
You may not realize it, but you are already a powerful visualizer. You probably spend a lot of time imagining your life, but chances are you’re more focused on worry and anxiety than on making success your reality. How often do you think about that presentation or that date and imagine the worst possible outcome?…
Read MoreUsing Creativity To Problem Solve At Work
The problem comes for everyone in life and at work. Being in the midst of an issue without a solution can be stressful. Most problems can be resolved, though, if you know when, when, how, and what to look for. Finding creative solutions to challenges involves considering the topic from multiple angles. Although it’s a…
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