Day #319 in a Year of Thanks: I’m thankful for a restful Saturday. I haven’t been feeling the greatest today, and am currently dealing with a terrible sinus migraine that’s behind my eyes. So, I’m thankful this was a Saturday mostly spent on resting and taking it easy. Now, I’m calling it a night to ensure … Continue reading Day #319 in a Year of Thanks

A Few Reminders That Every Day Brings New Opportunities Part 1: Start today with courage and let it guide your actions. It's how we respond to setbacks that matters. No matter how yesterday went, today is a chance to do things differently. What you do today matters for your future tomorrow. No one is going … Continue reading Day #319 in A Year of Positivity

Day #318 in a Year of Thanks: I’m thankful for this Friday night at home. Grams and I originally planned to go to the mall to get a few things, but we decided to stay in instead. It's been a long week, so I'm thankful it was a nice Friday night in. When you know you … Continue reading Day #318 in a Year of Thanks

Some Reminders for When You Need to Take a Moment Part 2: Take as long as you need. Even a little progress is still progress. Tomorrow is a new day. Visualize a successful outcome. Listen to a song that reminds you of good times. Day 317 | Day 318 | Day 319Year of Positivity

Day #317 in a Year of Thanks: I’m thankful that my new digestive enzyme supplement came in the mail. Last week, when Grams and I were in Michigan, I felt so bloated after every heavy meal, until our cousin had introduced me to a digestive enzyme supplement she takes whenever she eats a heavy meal. She … Continue reading Day #317 in a Year of Thanks

A Few 5-Minute Self-Care Ideas for Busy People Part 2: Take a selfie of yourself smiling. Look at art that inspires you. Sew a button back on a piece of clothing or clean a pair of well-worn shoes. Read a positive news story. Write a positive note to your future self. Work on a lego … Continue reading Day #317 in A Year of Positivity

Day #316 in a Year of Thanks: I’m thankful for Cherry Maple infused Smoked Elk Jerky. I never leave any Michigan trip I take without getting at least one bag of Cherry Maple infused smoked elk jerky. Why? Because I’m addicted to it! It’s expensive, and of course jerky can cause weight gain, so I only … Continue reading Day #316 in a Year of Thanks

A Few Ways to Nurture the Butterfly Within You Part 2: If possible in your area, consider attending meetups with like-minded people. Go to an improv class. They're super fun. Volunteer for minor responsibility roles if you're confident enough. Exercise in group workouts or fitness classes. Say "no" to social obligations when you genuinely need … Continue reading Day #316 in A Year of Positivity

Day #315 in a Year of Thanks: I’m thankful for our veterans. Being that I was born a military brat to three parents (my mother, her husband who is still my legal father to this day, and my biological father), with my natural father even having four medals of honor to his name for the way … Continue reading Day #315 in a Year of Thanks

Reminders to Encourage You to Notice the Beauty Around You Part 2: There's beauty in everything and anything. I just have to see it. If I'm with people I love, that in itself is a beautiful moment to treasure. If I look out of a window, I can find something beautiful. Beauty really is what … Continue reading Day #315 in A Year of Positivity