Attitude of Gratitude
In the last week, I focused a lot more on being grateful for everything and also being excited about life in general. Even though I start each day by writing in my gratitude journal (of which I highly recommend), I decided to enlist the assistance of my children to heighten my focus.
Instead of answering the many questions about the traffic etc on the ride to school, I decided to play a game that I called The Gratitude Game. There was only one rule, each person had to state one thing they are grateful for and then it would be the next persons turn.
I went first for example purposes. “I am so happy and grateful for this beautiful sunny morning.” My youngest went next, he said “I’m so happy and grateful for: my sneakers; my new Iron Man backpack; my uniform; my new teacher…” He kept going and going; I could barely interrupt him. He was overflowing with excitement and I could feel his energy! I told him we have to take turns he said “I know mommy, but I’m just so happy and excited!” We all laughed and continued playing for the entire ride. What an awesome experience and what a wonderful day we all had.
So, what are you grateful for?
Go through life with an attitude of gratitude and you will discover a different way of living.
