I’m reading a new book called 59 Seconds: Think a Little, Change a Lot – and it has really caused me to evaluate little things. Like gratitude. The books suggests writing down a few things once a week that we’re grateful for.
So I did. I wrote that I was thankful for my overall good health. My job and economic stability. My family and friends. My garden. My love for travel and reading. As I wrote, I realized that these are all things I take for granted every day.
You may wonder why I’m bringing this up on a weight-loss forum. But it occurred to me (as it has before) that eating right is more than just losing weight. It’s a lifestyle, sure, but it also involves being at peace with yourself. If you are stressed or worried or unhappy, it makes it that much harder to “take it off.”
Thinking about the good things in our lives is one way to bring peace to our lives. Just a few quick minutes a day is all it takes, and it’s amazing how good it can make you feel.
Good thoughts. My Mom was asked in her care home what bit of advice she’d like to give to the world and her answer was: “Keep laughing and count your blessings.” I’ve been thinking about how doing the opposite – taking everything too seriously and forgetting to be grateful -really do hinder this whole process. Thanks for the reminder.
I like your mom’s advice.