“One of the ways I have learned to really use ” gratitude” in my life was to start a gratitude journal. At night before I go to bed I write five things I am thankful for. It could be things I am thankful for that I have experienced in that day, like a great cup of coffee or a wonderful talk with a friend. Or it could be something I am just thankful for in general, like my house, my health, my family. I also write one thing I am thankful for about myself, for example, ” I am thankful for my legs that helped me walk today” or maybe something simple like, ” I am thankful for my smile today”. The last thing I write in my journal is the happiest moment of my day. By writing down what I am thankful for each night I realize how rich my life is. Even if I am worried about something, when I look at my ” thankful” list my worries seem to fade. By ending my journal with ” The Happiest Moment” of my day it helps me to really focus in on what is bringing me happiness in each day so I can create more of those moments in my life. I have been doing this practice for about three years now and it’s true… gratitude can change your life!”
– Mista Whitson
Mista Whitson is a Watercolor artist in Weaverville, NC. Her appreciation for life unfolds in the detail and vibrancy of her excuisite paintings. Click images to visit Mista’s web site.