The holidays are already upon us. In America, Thanksgiving is one week from today. Honestly, it makes me feel a bit overwhelmed…but excited too. Every year, I make a promise to myself to slow down and savor the special moments. So, in that spirit of savoring, to kick the holidays off, I’m doing my second annual, 7 Day Gratitude Challenge. This year’s theme: the little things.
Gratitude is one of those buzzwords you hear a lot these days. And although I’m all for increasing awareness around this tenant of positive psychology, the value of it can get lost in the myriad of colorful cards and snappy slogans. So why is everyone talking about gratitude?
Basically, it’s good for you – and for the people in your life. Although gratitude is defined as a positive emotion, I see it as a means of kindness.
Last year, I did my first annual 7 Day Gratitude Challenge. Reflecting on the positive in my life each day the week before Thanksgiving encouraged me to slow down and reflect on what was happening around me. Being that it was my first gratitude challenge, of course, the “biggies” were the first to come to mind: my children, spouse, fabulous puppy.
I’m doing things a little differently this year; the theme will be ‘the little things.’ I look forward to directing my attention to the not so obvious pluses in my life. Starting tomorrow, keep an eye on this page – or check out any of my social media links below. Better yet, join me in this 7 Day Challenge! Let’s take a little time to be grateful together!
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Love this challenge! I’m in! What a fabulous idea to do it the week BEFORE Thanksgiving!
Yes! Definitely gets me in the spirit of things. 🙂