Practicing gratitude can change your life Gratitude is an emotion that comes from appreciation. It’s an awareness, a thankfulness of the good things in your life, in you and in the world around you. Gratitude is a powerful thing. It can turn any negative into a positive. It can change how you feel inside. It can bring hope and happiness. It can improve your health, your relationships, your career and so much more. Practicing gratitude changes your perspective on life. In this free guided journal, you will learn how to practice gratitude and how you can benefit from this practice every day. Click here to download your free printable "Forever Grateful" journal to start practicing gratitude in your life. Here's what you'll get: A guide on how and why practicing gratitude is so ... [Read More]
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The Benefits of Gratitude with free printable conversation starters
November begins the holiday season with high expectations for a cozy and festive time of year. However, for many this time of year is tinged with sadness or anxiety. Research (and common sense) suggests one aspect of Thanksgiving can lift our spirits, and it's built right into the holiday — expressing gratitude. Gratitude is thankful appreciation for what we receive, tangible or intangible. However, gratitude is not just for Thanksgiving. It is a way of life. Being thankful allows you to recognize and appreciate the amazing things in your life. It is good for you, too. Benefits – backed up by science and research -- of being thankful include: A connection to something larger than ourselves. With gratitude, people acknowledge the goodness in their lives. In the process, ... [Read More]
Brownie Baked Oatmeal
Brownie Baked Oatmeal is wonderful for a special breakfast. Soo decadent and delightful with 8 grams of protein and, with milk, 32 carbs per serving. When Valentine’s Day falls in the middle of the week, it is sometimes hard to find time to celebrate. Make this the day before and refrigerate before baking 20 minutes on Valentine’s morning – a special glow all day long! Or celebrate birthdays – or acceptance into college of choice – or making the cheer squad – or any other special occasion. Customize Brownie Baked Oatmeal with your choice of chocolate chips. We like dark chocolate so that’s what I usually choose. If all I have on hand is semi-sweet, that’s the choice. Both good. I’ve not tried white chocolate chips, but I bet they would be good and have some “visual interest” , ... [Read More]