Gratitude Journal- Let's do it together!

[lysh]

I was thinking today about gratitude. I was told that I should write a gratitude list to help stay positive and deal with the stress of my job this year. So it got me thinking about being grateful in general and how taking the time everyday to be grateful for what we do have in our lives might help some of us along the journey of ttc.
I am learning that ttc requires patience and can sometimes be a frustrating journey. The more frustrated we become the more stressed we are and the more stressed we are the more negative we are. All of this can affect our bodies, hence potentially making it harder to conceive.
Research says that working out together helps people stay motivated to exercise. So maybe if anyone wants to join in and be gratitude buddies, that might help us take the time each day to think about what is going good in our lives. I figured it is worth a shot, so feel free to jump in anytime!

 

[lysh]

Today I am grateful that I have this last day of summer vacation to enjoy.
I am grateful for all the beautiful hummingbirds I get to watch feeding outside on my porch.
I am grateful for the healthy birth of my new nephew.
I am grateful that I have a dinner with friends to look forward too.
I am grateful that the sun is shining!

 

[clandara]

I am gratful for my loving and supportive husband.
I am grateful to have my health.
I am grateful that we had a good rain storm last night.....we needed it and rain always cheers me up!
I am grateful that my family and friends are always there.
I am grateful that I got to wake up this morning and see the beautiful sunflower arrangement that my brother and sil brought to us this last weekend.

 

[lysh]

After a long, first day back at work I really need to take the time to think of this tonight!

I am grateful for....
the nice dinner I had tonight by the river with my husband and mother-in-law.
that I am at the same school as my closest friend.
the support my friend gave me today as I transitioned into a new position.
the beautiful, pink sunset I witnessed on our way home from dinner.
the peaceful, evening sounds of nature as I sit and relax.

 

[clandara]

I am grateful that after today I have a three day weekend.
a hot cup of coffee at my desk this morning.
To have had such a wonderful sleep last night now that the outside temp has gone down.
I am grateful I have access to forums from BnB so that I can realise I am not the only woman going through things.
and that I will be spending Saturday with my DH and parents.

Have a great day!

 

[LilFooshFoosh]

Ok, here goes:

I am grateful for the health of my family and friends,
my wonderful, supportive husband,
our gorgeous little monkey,
that we have a roof over our heads and food on the table,
and the beautiful weather that we can all enjoy together this long weekend.

 

[lysh]

Another crazy day, so I am grateful for...

this moment of peace.

the 3 day weekend coming up!

the delicious watermelon I am enjoying.

that I had a chance to finally unpack at work!

my husband and how he will listen to what I have to say.

 

[clandara]

Today I am grateful that it is the weekend for three whole days!
That I have already completed all my house cleaning and can enjoy the rest of the day.
That we are going to take a nice long drive on the country roads to arrive at family friends who own a bakery and ice cream shop.....mmmmmmmm!
I am grateful to have such a great support system and that I have been making new friends on BnB.

 

[LilFooshFoosh]

I am grateful for the "us" time that my DH and I got to enjoy last night
for the rain today
for children's tylenol AND
for my well tempered child.

 

[lysh]

Today I am grateful for...

reading BnB friend's grateful lists! (such a happy thing to read!)
the dent my OH and I made in our wood pile
the delicious pizza dinner we had!
the hot shower I am about to take!
how comfortable my couch is when I am reading.

 

[lysh]

I almost forgot to do this today!!

On this Sunday, I am grateful for....

the evening spent with family and friends.
that the house is clean.
the fresh flowers on the table.
that I am feeling relaxed (for once)!
that I have tomorrow off!!!!

 

[aleja]

hi lysh, i'd love to join in on this gratitude thread. Recently i went on a training course that spoke about the psychobiology of love, joy and gratitude. it was really inspiring to talk about these things. There is lots of research being done into the science behind positive thinking and i think your thread has come at the right time for me

I am grateful for mine and my family's health
I am grateful for my lovely and supportive DH who makes me smile and laugh each day
I am grateful for my beautiful new nephew. he has filled my heart with love and happiness.
I am grateful for my gorgeous two doggies who give me hugs & kisses every day and they do wonders for my mental health and wellbeing
I am grateful for my job which challenges me everyday
I am grateful that I have the chance to chat with lovely ladies on bnb and makes me feel part of something special.

 

[LilFooshFoosh]

Today I am grateful for simple things,
choice,
free will,
the presence and use of all of my body parts and those of my DH and DS,
"free" health care and
our close proximity to family and (most) friends.

I hope everyone has a wonderful day today.

 

[lysh]

Aleja- glad you are joining in! It helps me to take a second everyday to think about the positives in my life.

Today, I am grateful...

that the first day of school went fairly well!
that I exercised!
I work with wonderful people.
I am getting close to ovulation time!
That my DH was sweet enough to give me a neck rub yesterday!

 

[aleja]

Today I am grateful that:

I had a productive day at work
My close friend gave birth to a beautiful little girl
My DH made a lovely pasta meal tonight
I went for a nice walk with my doggies
My OV is coming up soon

 

[lysh]

On this Wednesday, I am grateful....

this lovely weekend is almost here!
that dinner will be easy to make.
that I will have some time to relax tonight.
my house is still clean.
my plants look beautiful.

 

[aleja]

On this day i am grateful:

For my parent's long loving marriage. They are celebrating their 35th wedding anniversary
tonight
For the nice Thai lunch I had today at work
For the relaxing evening I am having tonight
That tomorrow is Friday and the start of the weekend
That I am one day closer to OV
That I am booking our accommodation for our upcoming holiday.

 

[LilFooshFoosh]

I am very grateful that my relationship with my husband is solid and that we have never encountered any problems that we could not work through together. I am grateful that our shared experiences make us stronger and don't distance us from each other.
I am grateful for the trust my friends have in me.
I am grateful for the little hugs I get that lift my spirits and can brighten any day.

 

[lysh]

On this Thursday, I am grateful for...
the extra time I had today to get paperwork finished.
that tomorrow is Friday!
how happy and full of smiles my husband is today!
that the rain stopped early and prevented further flooding in the county.
that I got home and a decent time today and now I can exercise and relax!
that I have no work I have to do at home tonight!

 

[lysh]

Today is a bit harder for me to do this list, but it is really days like this that we need to do it the most!

On this Friday, I am grateful for....

the weekend!
hanging out with my friend after work.
the beautiful full moon.
comfortable pajamas- I am so excited to just be comfortable after a long day!
our health.