Day #151 in A Year of Thanks: I'm thankful for days that are occasionally mundane. There isn't much to say here on this one. However, it's nice to take a break from any kind of excitement every once in a while. For me, the days when nothing big is happening bring their own form of … Continue reading Day #151 in A Year of Thanks
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Day #151 in A Year of Positivity
“The only person you have to face in the morning is yourself. Be unbeatable.”—Tannaz Irani Never compare yourself to others in any way. Doing so will always make you feel inadequate. Instead, compare yourself now to who you used to be. You will find that you've grown in some capacity, and you will find you've … Continue reading Day #151 in A Year of Positivity
Day #150 in A Year of Thanks
Day #150 in A Year of Thanks: I'm thankful I'm alive and that I can walk. Earlier today, while I was outside for a few minutes, I took a walk around the side of the house. I accidentally tripped into one of the many holes that our lovely neighborhood squirrels love to dig, and I … Continue reading Day #150 in A Year of Thanks
Day #150 in A Year of Positivity
“Sometimes you need those bad days because it helps you truly appreciate the good ones.”—Kathleen Glasgow Some of the best days are the ones that follow the bad ones. The bad days can bring a lot of stress, but then the good days that follow bring much-needed relief. It's easy to forget how good our … Continue reading Day #150 in A Year of Positivity
Day #149 in A Year of Thanks
Day #149 in A Year of Thanks: I'm thankful for all the struggles I've faced. As I wrote today's quote of positivity, I couldn't help but think back to the past and reflect on all that I've been through. The things we go through really shape us, whether it's for better or worse. I think … Continue reading Day #149 in A Year of Thanks
Day #149 in A Year of Positivity
“The struggle you're in today is developing the strength you need tomorrow.”—Robert Tew I have been through several situations throughout my life where I couldn't see beyond the next day, and all I could do was focus on the struggle at hand. Sometimes, it felt like all I could even do was breathe through it … Continue reading Day #149 in A Year of Positivity
Day #148 in A Year of Thanks
Day #148 in A Year of Thanks: I'm thankful for Hamburger Helper. It was one of those lazy days, so Grams and I had Hamburger Helper. I'd been cutting back on pasta for a while, as I just wasn't in the mood and needed to cut some carbs out. We hadn't had Hamburger Helper in … Continue reading Day #148 in A Year of Thanks
Day #148 in A Year of Positivity
"I came across a book that said: Working out will make you feel weak when it's actually making you stronger. Learning new things will make you feel dumb when it's actually making you smarter. Investing in yourself will make you feel broke when it's actually making you rich. Facing your fears will make you feel … Continue reading Day #148 in A Year of Positivity
Day #147 in a Year of Thanks
Day #147 in a Year of Thanks: I’m thankful for silence. Silence is powerful. Peaceful. Healing. Sometimes, I really can’t get enough of it. I’m enjoying every moment of it that I can get as the rest of the world does its own thing. Day 146 | Day 147 | Day 148Year of Thanks
Day #147 in A Year of Positivity
“Sometimes silence is the most melodious song you can hear. Relax. Breathe. Be still. Observe the beauty of this moment, and listen to the sounds of silence. It will heal you.”—Sangeeta Rana This is an incredible quote. Living in this kind of moment is truly healing and beautiful. Give it a try and you’ll see. … Continue reading Day #147 in A Year of Positivity