Each Day is a New Day

So it is a little obvious to me that I am just kind of working out how to structure this blog as I go.

The reason I say that is when I went to add this new post (wow, I am actually writing one - take *that* procrastination!) when I saw the blank field with "title" I thought, uh oh, I haven't thought about what I want to actually call my posts. Then a little light bulb went off in my head. <insert *ding!* sound here>

I tend to come across most days a little quote, or saying that I like... be it a status from one of my friends on Facebook, or something someone says to me, or a lyric from a song... so I think my favourite from that day shall be the title of my post each day. :0) This particular title for today came from one of my friend's Facebook status, and I liked it very much. I believe I even pressed the "like" button.

Anyhoo, enough explanation, on to my three things that I was grateful for yesterday:

1. The support my friends showed for this blog
I was actually a little overwhelmed with the response I got when I put the link up on Facebook - I wasn't expecting the encouragement and kind words about my blog. I felt grateful, and humbled, that these people had taken the time to read my blog.... and then to encourage me to keep going with it. I'd say that's a huge reason to as why I am actually writing this post today. That also led to a secondary feeling of feeling grateful for the amazing friends I have... such a huge variety, some I went to school with, some I worked with or am still working with, some I met through other friends... old friends, new friends... I am very lucky to be surrounded by an incredible bunch of people.

2. Facebook
I wasn't sure about being grateful for Facebook when I first thought about this. It can be an enormous distraction (I can feel the nodding in agreement going on as this is being read), it can sometimes be a place for gossip, and complaining and negativity... but then I thought of all the reasons *I* love it. Firstly, it gave me an opportunity to share my blog with my friends. It also is the way I communicate with my family (especially my Nanna) who is in Adelaide... she has a chance to see all of my updated photos, see what I am up to, and we let each other know we are thinking of each other. Whilst I don't think Facebook should completely replace communicating with others face to face or on the telephone - its a great way to bridge the gap between visits or calls.

3. The opportunity to be a Body Shop @ Home Consultant
I have been a consultant since July last year, and happened to go to a monthly field meeting last night which is why it is in today's entry. Each time I go to one of these meetings I leave feeling so overwhelmed with gratitude that I have the opportunity to have my own little business, working for a company that has incredible values. I love to help others feel good about themselves. I have had the opportunity to do this through being a consultant in two ways... teaching ladies how to make themselves feel gorgeous using our amazing yummy products (yes, slight plug there!) but also through being able to offer them the same opportunity that I have - to run their own business and build their self esteem. Loving it. :)


So, there we have it. I have quite a sense of achievement right now after finishing my first proper post (yesterday's was really just an introduction). I have also already started thinking about what I am grateful for today... so perhaps this blog is already starting to work its magic on me.


Have a think about what you might be grateful for today...

The Reason/Purpose/Motivation for This Blog...

I actually set up this blog over a week ago, intending to get started on it right away... Then I procrastinated. Suddenly the idea of this blank blog set up and waiting for my contribution intimidated me. Why? Well, firstly, because I have become quite skilled at the art of procrastination. Secondly, I thought about it too much. I starting thinking things like "what if I'm boring? What if people don't like what I write? What if I can't think of anything to write?"

Then today I took a deep breath, got my attitude in check, and went back to the very reason I wanted to start this blog in the first place.

The reason for starting this blog is quite simple. Apart from the fact that I really like using the word blog, I want be grateful. I want to be grateful for the big, and the little things in my life. Like most people, I spend a fair bit of time thinking about those things that I either want, or can't have, and I miss the little blessings that happen around me every single day.

I figured if I could only make myself consciously think about and acknowledge these blessings, big or small, every day - I would have a much healthier and happier frame of mind. So, the idea of starting a publicly available blog came to mind. I thought about the daily Facebook update perhaps - but wanted to keep this separate. 

So, my idea is this. Each day, I want to come up with three things that I am grateful for. I know that some days will be harder than others, but that's the whole point of this exercise. There is always things to be grateful for around us - sometimes its just a matter of opening our eyes, and heart.

This is why this blog exists. I want to be grateful. I want to remind myself that Each Day is a Gift... and maybe if you are reading this... you might stop and think for a moment what things you have to be grateful for. 

I figure that's a win win situation. :)