Skills For Success

Today I turned my mourning into gratitude.  Ever since the first anniversary of this fateful event I have found myself drawn to the television broadcasts that remind us of the plight of so many untold heroes six years ago.  

I have sat with tears flowing down my cheeks reliving that day while feeling  overwhelmed with sadness. I knew nobody connected with the event. But I did have a hand in sending counsellors to help ease the pain of many in the days that followed. 

Today, I took a page from a tip received from Prevention magazine on writing a gratitude journal.  I call it something else, but I do keep a journal beside my bed to record positive moments or events.   The article specifically tells us that  positivity can be good for our health and well being. It seemed like a good idea to make note of something I am grateful for in my life especially today.  

I wrote about the celebration of our wedding anniversary yesterday and remembered that we were just two kids who got married without a penny to our names but lots of dreams, many of which came true. 

My sprit lifted. I started working in my home office with renewed vigor.   Look to the positive – it really can brighten up the day!