Gratitude is one thing that can help us effectively practice mindfulness while promoting wellbeing. Wellbeing is one aspect of life that is important above all, when we have a good sense of wellbeing, we can clarify what we want out of life and can function healthily. Journaling and writing down your goals and gratitude can help you realize what you must be grateful for and can help to boost confidence.
When we go into the autopilot mode of thinking it is so easy to get sidetracked and then to start thinking about what we do not like about ourselves when can lead down a path of self-sabotage. Right now, with everything going on and with the world-changing day by day, it is important to look inward to take positive actions in all aspects of our lives.
So how can you journal to boost your well being, while focusing on what you are grateful for?
Be intentional – Being intentional about your gratitude practice can help you set aside time each day, it does not have to be long, just 5 or 10 minutes is fine, can help you to get into the habit of gratitude. Your gratitude can be something as simple as writing out a few words about what you are grateful for, to writing out a paragraph about why you are grateful for it. The main aspect is that you select a time of day, whether it is morning or night, and practice your gratitude daily.
Authenticity – Being authentic when you are writing will help you to realize the things that you have that you did not even realize you were grateful for. Trying to be creative and think about different things to write each day is also key. While we may have the same things that we are grateful for regularly, changing up your thoughts daily will help you to realize the variety of things you have to be grateful for daily.
Overall the experience of journaling and gratitude can bring about new thoughts and help you to restore a sense of calm in your life. When we focus on what is important in our lives, and what makes us feel good, day by day we will see a positive change in our lives.
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