Grab a pen and paper because we are going to write again today, but this time it’s for somebody else. Who is someone you never properly thanked? There is great benefit in valuing people over things. Most readers will agree with that statement, and many of you probably hope to live your life accordingly; but […]

Remember the walk I mentioned on Day #3??? Today’s activity is a Gratitude Walk. Take a walk today with the intent of expressing gratitude during it. Your expression will most likely be internal (although external is absolutely allowed!!), but it is important to articulate it, even if only in your mind. That is the heart […]

Ready for another journal activity? This is another 5-minute “brain dump.” Prepare by having a pencil or pen and paper…or maybe a new journaling notebook! Silence your phone. (It’s only 5 minutes!) Read the prompt, think about it briefly (Don’t over think!), then write, trying to keep pen to paper for five minutes straight. If […]

Today’s activity involves our senses. Our senses link us to the world around us, helping us read and interpret our environment. They are what allow us to survive in the world, but often we forget about them. We use them regularly, but we do not appreciate them. Close your eyes. Think about what you love […]

Journaling regularly is an effective practice that has the power to change your life, especially if you write by hand. The physical motion of writing engages motor skills which then activates more parts (neurons) of the brain. Studies and research have shown how the act of writing by hand physically connects you with the words, […]

Welcome to our 2-Week Gratitude Challenge for 2022!! Yesterday we reminded ourselves that there is always something to be thankful for. It’s not always fancy. It’s not always big (or even bigger than current challenges you are facing). But there is something!! There is value in finding that something because being grateful and expressing it […]