HOW AM I GOING TO HAVE FUN TODAY?

I got stuck in the wheel of "I gotta do this, I have to finish that, I have to get this started....."  Wendy - Have you ever been there?   I was feeling like I had no free time.  Or, rather, no fun time.

 

 Then I caught myself in the error of my ways.  I was doing some training and I got to the part of my presentation that talks about time management and how to have more memorable (fun) moments in your life.  I can't take credit for this, but I heard or read this somewhere and I added it into the presentation.  It goes like this:  Every day, wake up and think, "How am I going to have fun today?  That's a huge shift from "What do I have to get done today?"

So today, when I woke up, I asked myself, "How am I going to have fun today?"  And I answered, "Going for a drive, without a destination, with my husband and getting an ice cream."

Try it tomorrow morning.  See what you come up with.  

In Joy,

Wendy


  

THE POWER OF GRATITUDE

Accessing the Power of Gratitude

by Wendy Taddeucci

 

The practice of gratitude as a tool for happiness has been in the mainstream for years. Long-term studies support gratitude’s effectiveness, suggesting that a positive, appreciative attitude contributes to greater success in work, greater health, peak performance in sports and business, a higher sense of well-being, and a faster rate of recovery from surgery.

But while we may acknowledge gratitude's many benefits, it still can be difficult to sustain. So many of us are trained to notice what is broken, undone or lacking in our lives. And for gratitude to meet its full healing potential in our lives, it needs to become more than just a Thanksgiving word. We have to learn a new way of looking at things, a new habit. And that can take some time.

That's why practicing gratitude makes so much sense. When we practice giving thanks for all we have, instead of complaining about what we lack, we give ourselves the chance to see all of life as an opportunity and a blessing.

Remember that gratitude isn't a blindly optimistic approach in which the bad things in life are whitewashed or ignored. It's more a matter of where we put our focus and attention. Pain and injustice exist in this world, but when we focus on the gifts of life, we gain a feeling of well-being. Gratitude balances us and gives us hope.

There are many things to be grateful for: colorful autumn leaves, legs that work, friends who listen and really hear, chocolate, fresh eggs, warm jackets, tomatoes, the ability to read, roses, our health, butterflies. What's on your list?

Some Ways to Practice Gratitude

Keep a gratitude journal in which you list things for which you are thankful. You can make daily, weekly or monthly lists. Greater frequency may be better for creating a new habit, but just keeping that journal where you can see it will remind you to think in a grateful way.

  • Make a gratitude collage by drawing or pasting pictures.
  • Practice gratitude around the dinner table or make it part of your nighttime routine.
  • Make a game of finding the hidden blessing in a challenging situation.
  • When you feel like complaining, make a gratitude list instead. You may be amazed by how much better you feel.
  • Notice how gratitude is impacting your life. Write about it, sing about it, express thanks for gratitude.

As you practice, an inner shift begins to occur, and you may be delighted to discover how content and hopeful you are feeling. That sense of fulfillment is gratitude at work. 

Author’s content used under license, © 2011 Claire Communications

 


COOL RESOURCE

Good Housekeeping UK

I have subscribed to this magazine for many years now.  I  love the app and the ease of the downloads each month.

I got hooked on this magazine many years ago when I found the print version and I love the different perspectives from across the pond.


 

UPCOMING EVENTS

Registration for my my new program, Courage, Risks and Rewards – Taking Chances to Change Your Life is open now!  

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When you go to the link above and enroll in this revolutionary program, you'll discover how to clearly identify what changes you want to make, which risks are healthy, and how to actually take the leap and reap the rewards.

During the course, you'll make the mindset shift necessary to begin viewing risks in a positive light … and to feel more comfortable taking chances.

You'll also learn why people shy away from taking risks, and what can help or hamper your efforts when it comes to risk taking. You'll discover why our desire to avoid dumb risks means we sometimes miss taking the smart risks, and five great perspectives on risk taking that will empower you to take more chances – resulting in the change you seek.

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Wendy Taddeucci
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