On the last day of 2018, I made a point to read back through my journal. I touch the pages remembering each night I spent writing out my thoughts and feelings.
I realize I was wrong about a lot in my journal. My expectations and assessment of each day didn’t meet the reality of my current situation. I’m lucky to have learned so much over the course of the year. Life is about perseverance. It’s about how we respond to missteps and adversity within our lives. I’m grateful for the people who helped me get through it. I’m grateful for a year full of opportunities and a chance to reflect. This blog has been an important piece of my 2018 and the chance to reflect emphasizes that for me.
Thank you to everyone who continues to read and engage with the Gratitude Journal. May the new year bring you love, laughter, and more opportunities to grow.
12.31.18
Today I’m Grateful For…
- Leadership lessons
- The warmth of the California sun
- Patient positivity
- Time for journaling
- Honest communication
- Teaching CORE at UMass
- My amazing supportive friends
- Letting go
- The science of gratitude
- The sound of rain
- Safe travels
- Learning through adversity
- Mentors and role models
- Walking meditation
- Embracing change
- A clean room
- Signs from the Universe
- My cat, Ned
- Opportunities for growth
- Good health
- My continued education
- Nights in Acadia with Julie
- My family
- Tools for my mental health
- The precious present
As always, check out my first blog 25 Things I’m Grateful For (#1) to know why I’m writing this list and why I want you to start yours.
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Featured image from a year ago!
