It’s probably not the best mental attitude to have, but I always worry when things are fairly stable in our lives and going relatively smoothly. Why? Because I know “opportunities for growth” are just around the corner. Take July, for example….
Tag: gratitude
If we want to raise kids who practice gratitude, we get to lead the way through our example. This episode is short and sweet but full of specific ideas you can try.
I’d like to discuss the importance of allowing ourselves to accept and appreciate good or lucky moments, even if the moment itself was something that we put time and effort into making achieve.
On average, both lucky and those who consider themselves unlucky, are exposed to the same amount of bad and good happenings. Those who feel they are luckier than most tend to seek out rainbows, meaning they are looking for good things to happen or positive experiences to try. Those who focus on their problems and challenges tended to miss these “lucky” breaks.
Homeschooling is not for the faint of heart! It’s challenging sometimes, it can just be plain terrible some days, but I find that if we focus on the good that is happening it can really diminish the negatives. It will help you feel more confident as the teacher and your child(ren) will be more appreciative of this time together.
This sweet story exemplifies how a simple, consistent gratitude practice can teach our kids to “look for the light even in dark circumstances.”
As we embark fully into the Christmas season, it’s the perfect time to demonstrate care and kindness toward others. Let’s celebrate Christmas through generosity.
For some of us the practice of writing down what we are grateful for feels more like a chore than a blessing. Let me ease that anxiety for you. What’s important is to let yourself have a moment to mentally show thanks.