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Daily Question, July 15

What are some things that are going well in my life?

  • MHS

    I have managed to keep my family healthy through Covid. I am still working from home, and plan to keep it that way. I get to feed my hummingbirds every day. I am providing for my family mostly single handedly.

  • Sandhya

    My new job is going well, and i am so grateful for that.

  • Elaine

    Blessings abound, I am awash in gratefulness.

  • Malag

    I woke up this morning and realised I’m still alive. And I find that I am more able, over time, to drop into stillness sometimes, and appreciate that aliveness. That, and I live a fortunate life, one that I can often appreciate. 

  • Linda

    Day by day, all is well.

  • nadders

    My new healthier life style is going well. I have lost weight, I am eating well, exercising very regular ly, volunteering, doing daily mindfulness, regular reflection on gratitude. And I am feeling better for it!

  • sb
    I have hard a hard few days and am exhausted and when I first saw the question, I thought "nothing"! But I knew if I stopped to reflect, my perception would change. I did, and it did! So here's my list... I still have my Mum who is about to celebrate her 90th birthday and despite serious health issues, is livelier than I am! I have a wonderful husband who knows how tired I am and is doing as much as he can to help. Although I have health problems, I am able to get out for a walk every day. So ...

    I have hard a hard few days and am exhausted and when I first saw the question, I thought “nothing”! But I knew if I stopped to reflect, my perception would change. I did, and it did! So here’s my list…
    I still have my Mum who is about to celebrate her 90th birthday and despite serious health issues, is livelier than I am! I have a wonderful husband who knows how tired I am and is doing as much as he can to help. Although I have health problems, I am able to get out for a walk every day. So far we remain relatively untouched by Covid. My lovely class really are lovely and I have been so proud of them recently. I began my “50 challenges” this year and still am finding interest and excitement in the ongoing challenges, satisfaction in the completed ones and excitement about ones to come. Although it can be a tie, I am pleased to be able to help two elderly relatives and a lady from the village and they are so grateful.
    Finally, this site! ensures I always remain positive and grateful.

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    • Anna

      Sb, I wish you all the best I can for your 50. It is really an interesting time, and it can bring an unexpected serenity.

    • Holly in Ohio

      That is fabulous, sb. I hope the days to come are easier for you, too!

  • Neil

    The simple answer is life in general and having the health, curiosity and acceptance to all that it offers.

  • Dusty Su

    I’m in a recently stable situation. I’m feeling hopeful about the future. Im able to write again. I’m grateful.

  • Don Jones

    The warp and weft – by all appearances, seems to be ordered most days…

  • Ose
    It seems to find back to joy is going to become more stable, as letting go of the "old loads" of times long passed was and is possible more and more and to become more present again. With this, some peace of mind and happy moments return. Almost couldn´t believe it first, and so grateful for being able to seeing some light again after really difficult times. Hope came back, which was almost completely lost, and slowly, happiness unfolds. The turning point was to accept that now, things are as t...

    It seems to find back to joy is going to become more stable, as letting go of the “old loads” of times long passed was and is possible more and more and to become more present again. With this, some peace of mind and happy moments return. Almost couldn´t believe it first, and so grateful for being able to seeing some light again after really difficult times. Hope came back, which was almost completely lost, and slowly, happiness unfolds. The turning point was to accept that now, things are as they are, and to become aware more of what is now and let go of what has been in the past, no matter if long ago or recent. Although I knew about this truth, it was something completely challenging to give myself over to this process. So now, I try my best to be with what is, no matter what is, and what might not be. To find balance in being aware still of my innermost longing while having to let go of the longing in the mean time is the current paradox to be with. I am deeply thankful for your support towards all of you who share here.

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    • Mary Pat

      Ose, it is good to “see” you here again! Blessings to you. For me, it is a challenge to let go of some things, so even though our things might be different, i understand, and will keep you in my prayers…..

    • Malag

      That is beautiful, Ose. I have been tugged by that paradox in my own life. I guess it makes us human.

  • Jenni Joy Nicolella

    We just sold our house for a good profit and were able to find a suitable temporary home that will bridge the gap until we can find our forever home!
    My cats had a rough time when we first moved, but now they are adjusting and everything is starting to feel more at ease.

  • pkr
    I woke up to a new day. Thank you dear Lord. I have coffee, toast, quiet time, happy birds singing in the background, this sanctuary, gratefulness.org, poppies in the garden and so much much more. My beautiful daughter is in a loving relationship with a really nice, good, decent fella (after a few bad apples) and for this I am thankful. I am trying hard to stay focused on all that is going well as I am in the midst of a “great storm”, have been for awhile now, and it just keeps on going &a...

    I woke up to a new day. Thank you dear Lord. I have coffee, toast, quiet time, happy birds singing in the background, this sanctuary, gratefulness.org, poppies in the garden and so much much more.
    My beautiful daughter is in a loving relationship with a really nice, good, decent fella (after a few bad apples) and for this I am thankful.
    I am trying hard to stay focused on all that is going well as I am in the midst of a “great storm”, have been for awhile now, and it just keeps on going & gains more steam daily. Not sure how it will all end. Please pray for me. Thank you kindly.
    Thank you to the folks @ gratefulness.org, for this reminder, FOCUS ON THE GOOD. 🙏❤️🙏

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    • Ose

      My prayers are with you, dear pkr, and my heart. May balance of mind and emotions be with you until the storm has subsided, May you find back to a calm and peaceful state of being, healthy and happy. It will take as long as it takes, but for sure, it will change again, as everything changes. You are courageous to meet the storm the way you do. May your path be blessed, dear friend.

      • pkr

        Dear Ose, thank you for your kind words & prayers. I offer prayers for you too. Blessings & Love…..🙏❤️

      • Holly in Ohio

        Yesterday I saw a beautiful, bright, double rainbow… a reminder that storms do pass and the sun comes out again. I will pray for you, too, pkr.

        • pkr

          Dear Holly in Ohio, thank you for your prayers & thoughtfulness. Blessings & Love……🙏❤️

  • Mica

    I just discovered that I’m at the same level of preparedness as others in my same category. I had felt dreadfully behind, but none of them have much detail about their presentations yet either! Mine does have a problem, though – if I’m talking about an ‘elephant in the room’, then I’m not going to be able to name others who have talked about the same thing, because that’s the nature of ‘elephants in rooms.’

  • Maeve
    My health first and foremost. So far I have energy and a strong body, for which I am thankful everyday. I will be biking and swimming today, I hope. I have a stable job, working with delightful, diverse students, and a cheerful, hard-working school staff. I have the summers available to explore the world! I wake up with bird songs, I have flowers in my garden, and basil growing. I have friends who care about me.I will be visiting my sister, my nieces and my two great-nephews tomorrow. First ti...

    My health first and foremost. So far I have energy and a strong body, for which I am thankful everyday. I will be biking and swimming today, I hope. I have a stable job, working with delightful, diverse students, and a cheerful, hard-working school staff. I have the summers available to explore the world! I wake up with bird songs, I have flowers in my garden, and basil growing. I have friends who care about me.I will be visiting my sister, my nieces and my two great-nephews tomorrow. First time since the pandemic, over a year ago.

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  • Nelson
    There’s a lot in career, health, finance. My teams are really coming together. We figured out and are rolling out revenue streams truly unique to our business models. I have incredible mentors. My family is healthy. My dogs are healthy. I’m healthy. Not just physically, but I’ve been more open talking about my mental health. Nowadays, I feel more in control over my finances. And my partner and I still prioritize our date nights. We still make each other a priority. Stop everything, and go ...

    There’s a lot in career, health, finance. My teams are really coming together. We figured out and are rolling out revenue streams truly unique to our business models. I have incredible mentors. My family is healthy. My dogs are healthy. I’m healthy. Not just physically, but I’ve been more open talking about my mental health. Nowadays, I feel more in control over my finances. And my partner and I still prioritize our date nights. We still make each other a priority. Stop everything, and go explore a new restaurant and walk around and talk about what’s going on in our lives. I’m blessed.

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  • Katrina

    Our gardens are flourishing; we are well, as are our kids and most of our grandkids; retirement is being good to us – starting into my third year, I am learning the rhythm; I’m discovering new hobbies, interests and opportunities, but taking it all very slowly as I don’t want to “work” at volunteerism. Looking and listening for a new passion – awaiting Spirit’s leading.

    • Mary Pat

      OH! You are wise…..I retired early, and ended up doing more volunteerism than hours I had worked! It was awful. This has taken me years to undo. Am happy for you….

  • Patricia

    We have my 92 year dad with us this week and on the morning of Day 3, it has been pleasant and I am grateful for this time with him…. We just have to steer him back to the right bedroom when he gets up at night! 🙂

    • Malag

      Your steering duties brought me a big smile, Patricia. Bless all the old dads and the caring daughters and sons.

  • Fei-Fei

    Having a roof over my head, having a daughter who connects with me in a deep way, having enough experience to understand the courses on the website and learning so much from them, having access to therapy, having a meditation practice, having reached a frontier of my life.

  • Mike S

    My wife and I live in a beautiful area in Beaufort South Carolina which is near the coast. Our lives are blessed by being very serene and conducive to contemplation with all the natural beauty that surrounds us.

    • sunnypatti

      Hey neighbor! My husband & I live about an hour up the coast from you, near Edisto Beach. The lowcountry is so beautiful! I grew up in Charleston, but am happy to be out in the country now. Serene is just one of many ways to describe it 🙂

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