For me, worry and guilt come very easily. Seems like these days, they are my only constant companions. And like many of you, they are weighing me down, keeping me up at night and sitting at the pit of my stomach like a conference of restless butterflies.
Being grateful requires more effort. I need to consciously remind myself to stop obsessing and pause long enough to be thankful for what I do have, rather than fret over what I don't.
So right now, here's what I'm thankful for:
- Monday is almost over
- The Dow looks like it's headed in the positive direction today
But more importantly,
- My family
- My friends
- Good health
- Having food on the table, clothes on my back and roof over my head
- Still having my sense of humor to get me through these tough weeks
- The supportive network of fellow bloggers in saving advice...who reminds me that I am not alone
Thank you all! And have a good evening.
What am I thankful for despite these tough times
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I, too, am thankful for the basics of life: healthy and happy family and friends. I am trying to see the positive in people and be a better version of myself. Nice post!
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