My sister writes down three things for which she is grateful everyday for a year.
I drew an angel card called "Family Harmony" that told me to think of three things for which I am grateful about each of my immediate family members. I immediately did so, since it is easy to find many reasons I like these people. The afternoon and evening were absolutely cheerful and precious.
Mental note: Use this trick during times when I am annoyed about some item not being put away.
Whether you are a parent or not, I hope what I share here helps you find hope and tools that help us feel whole... Please pass this blog on to anyone you know that has experienced sadness, disappointment, trauma, abandonment, or anger in their past. What am I talking about: The more I get to parent, the more I realize how important it is for me to heal my own emotional baggage, so I can be an emotionally healthy example as we guide the next generation to be all that they can be.
