THE GRATITUDE LIST

The Gratitude List
Cory Chalmers
Posted: 04 February 2014 - 09:25 AM
 

Hi All!
Sorry I have been so absent lately, things are just extremely busy for me right now. I have been working with a business coach and he is helping me as a person, not just a businessman. With that being said, I want to share with you one of the exercises he has been having me do daily which I think has helped me a lot deal with the stresses of every day life. Each day for 21 days, I write down 3 things I am grateful for. That's it! Why is this important? We all tend to hold onto the negative things in life, instead of stepping back and appreciating everything that is good in our lives. I encourage you to try this, and remind yourself everything you have in your life that you are grateful for. It can be anything and everything from your health, to friends on this board, a beating heart, a roof over your head, etc. I think you can all find this helpful in reeling in the emotions that can cause us undue stress each day. Make your own list and post it here for the next 21 days. Can you commit to that?

My daily list:
1) God
2) My Family
3) My Health

Lets see yours now 🙂

 

Replies (579)

Jar Lady
Posted: 21 October 2014 - 04:40 PM
 

On this cold, wet, dreary day I am grateful for a carcass....that's a turkey carcass to make soup!

 
Dianne
Posted: 21 October 2014 - 11:20 AM
 

Today I am grateful ~

to see Dave adding his wisdom to this board again

for my faith

for repairmen who are on time, experienced and clean up after themselves

 
dave
Posted: 21 October 2014 - 10:17 AM
 

Typo! (My attitutdes and attitudes (and attributes for that matter) are challenged)

 
Dave
Posted: 21 October 2014 - 10:11 AM
 

I am grateful for my teachers.
My attitutdes are challenged,
My spirit is rewarded,

As I see their

Heart for people.
Appreciation of life.
Exuberance in living.
Resilience of spirit.
Empathy for others.

I am grateful for you!

 
Dave
Posted: 20 October 2014 - 09:47 PM
 

I am grateful for
Electricity
Washing Machines
Refrigerators

 
bitsy
Posted: 20 October 2014 - 09:28 PM
 

I am grateful that although I have been having tearful spells often the last week or so I was able to pull myself together when my grand daughter unexpectedly came by with my great grand-kids.

 
Mel99
Posted: 20 October 2014 - 07:58 PM
 

Today I am grateful

For the wonderful smell of a scentsy candle someone gave me

That it was a warmer day today and I was able to open the windows and air out the house (maybe for the last time til spring)

That I made good progress today and had a good though intense session with my counselor today

 
Dianne
Posted: 20 October 2014 - 07:07 PM
 

Today I am grateful ~

for the many small blessings I received

for an unexpected, unhurried visit with a rescue cat friend

for a warm, nourishing dinner

 
Diane
Posted: 20 October 2014 - 04:41 PM
 

Today I am grateful that I read the gratitude posts, and have the opportunity to stop and think what I am grateful for.

I am grateful that it is raining and I do not need to water outside.

Grateful dishes from past week are almost done, 3 drainers full.

Grateful for kind people

 
Mel99
Posted: 19 October 2014 - 09:53 PM
 

Today I am grateful for

Clean clothes that I will put away in the morning

Comfortable shoes that I wore for a 5k walk on Saturday and my feet didn't hurt at all when I was done

Deadlines, even though they're a little scary

 
Dianne
Posted: 19 October 2014 - 10:10 AM
 

Today I am grateful ~

for a perfect autumn day to work outside

for good neighbors

for fresh breezes to sweep thru the house

 
Diane
Posted: 19 October 2014 - 09:08 AM
 

Today I am grateful I slept 7 hours last night

that I feel hopeful today

that I have this message board to read inspirational thoughts

Happy I have warm comfortable clothes and ability to bring firewood in

Grateful that Tillie helps all of us by cheering us on and being an example of good housekeeping

 
Dave
Posted: 18 October 2014 - 12:03 PM
 

I am grateful for

The butterflies that came around the sunflowers this year.

Some stale bread to feed the birds.

The variegated colors of leaves and berries mixed in with the green of the trees.

 
Dianne
Posted: 18 October 2014 - 11:47 AM
 

Today I am grateful ~

for floors that can be cleaned on hands and knees

for the cleaning supplies I need

for the bodily strength to work

 
dave
Posted: 17 October 2014 - 08:10 PM
 

Im grateful for
My health.
My family.
A gentle day.

 
Mel99
Posted: 16 October 2014 - 11:18 PM
 

Today I'm grateful that I'm able to take a few days off work (Mon - Weds of next week!)

I'm grateful that I've managed to continue to do cleaning just about every day

I'm grateful to have a roof over my head, food in the fridge, a working vehicle, and money to pay my bills. I realize this makes me wealthy compared to many many people.

I'm grateful for the cool evenings and for my comfy warm blanket that I'm snuggled up under right now

 
Dave
Posted: 16 October 2014 - 09:05 AM
 

Grateful for:

Raccoon free premises.

Dark chocolate (and the gym!).

A warm afternoon coming up so my fingers don't turn blue.

 
Mel99
Posted: 15 October 2014 - 11:11 PM
 

Today I'm grateful that I finally got the plumber scheduled!

I'm grateful that my doctor appointment yesterday went fine.

I'm grateful that my workplace has flexible hours that allow me to shift my hours around sometimes as needed.

I'm grateful I didn't get pulled over in the last couple days as I've been driving around with one headlight out 🙂

 
bitsy
Posted: 15 October 2014 - 02:14 PM
 

I am grateful to be able to sit in the car in the yard again. I can see and hear the birds, squirrels, crickets, frogs, garden spiders, and lizards. (all we could hear at the motel was traffic, people yelling, and kids above us running and jumping late at nite.

I am grateful I had a pair of socks and a blanket last nite.

I am grateful 2013 taxes are DONE.

 
Dave
Posted: 15 October 2014 - 08:59 AM
 

I am grateful for the people who have chosen to share their personal space with the posts in this thread.

I am grateful for being able to dig in the dirt and for gloves to protect my hands.

I am grateful to hear the bird sounds even though I don't know what kind of birds they are.

 
Mel99
Posted: 14 October 2014 - 10:04 PM
 

Dave, I think this is a great idea!

Today I am grateful for:

- a good job that I generally enjoy, with a great boss and wonderful colleagues

- fall, my favorite season, with lovely cool evenings that enable me to sleep with the windows open

- online resources like this that enable me to connect with other people like me!

 
Dave
Posted: 14 October 2014 - 09:52 AM
 

How about an honor Roxie week?

Make a post in the Gratitude thread each day for the rest of the week.

Doesn't have to be long, complicated, fearsome or more than one thing.

Just a post about something that is bringing you pleasure or joy that day.

If you can't think of something to write, just scroll through a few older pages of the gratitude thread, looking for the reddish color posts and let the spirit behind them resonate within and draw something out.

 
Dave
Posted: 14 October 2014 - 09:22 AM
 

I am grateful for my hands.
I am grateful for coffee.
I am grateful for the rain that has soaked the ground.

 
diane
Posted: 20 September 2014 - 04:10 PM
 

Today I am grateful that I feel grateful again.

That it is a beautiful fall day, and that I can stay home all day and enjoy it.

Grateful that I have an easier way to get to driveway now.

Nellie is so loving (puppy love))

Happy I worked all week and do not have to apologize for anything I said or did, positive attitude all week.

Thankful I work with wonderful women.

 
Dianne
Posted: 20 September 2014 - 12:15 PM
 

Today I am grateful ~

for a mentor who is teaching me the importance of working on the inner hoard and how it allows me to release the outer hoard

for a glorious September day!

for the freedom to set my own goals and schedule and for the bodily health to accomplish those goals

 
Dianne
Posted: 14 September 2014 - 10:51 AM
 

Hey Jeff, welcome!

Come over to What Are You Doing Today and Today is a New Day.

Just getting busy is a great way to start. Being overwhelmed and distracted is common to all of us. You'll hear lots of ways to get past those things. 🙂

 
Tatoulia
Posted: 14 September 2014 - 07:45 AM
 

Jeff, we have all been there--please check National Resources (look at the tabs at the top of the home page) to see of any companies can help you. Also, many people recommend the book Buried in Treasures to get started. Also there is a chat room and if you click in that box (on the right on the home page, underneath the Message Boards box) you'll be able to see the times of the chat group. There is one tonight, Sunday. Lastly, reading through old posts on these message boards has been extremely helpful for me. Head on over and take a look at them!

Best of luck--you've taken an important first step and let's take that momentum to keep moving forward! Let us know how you are doing! A lot if people post on What Are You Doing Today -- you can expect support and tips and others who are in various stages of cleaning up and clearing out!

 
Jeff Peterson
Posted: 12 September 2014 - 07:43 PM
 

I need help! I don't where to start except to just get BUSY. My big problem is I get overwhelmed and distracted. I live in Racine and go to the VA in Milwaukee everyday. My email is codymc1953@gmail.com

 
sheryl
Posted: 12 September 2014 - 10:33 AM
 

I am very grateful for HORMONE medication!!!!

 
G
Posted: 10 September 2014 - 09:17 PM
 

I am grateful:

-to be alive.

-the power is on.

-to have a roof over my head.

-there is food in my fridge.

- to still be awake as I MUST get one more major task completed tonight.

-for good friends.

-support group for this challenge I am yet having a tough time wrapping my mind around and those that have made me feel welcome.

Peace...

 
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