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xLacey 05/03/2013

I've started a journal about a week ago. At the end of the day, I write down something I'm grateful. I'm so bad at taking the time to keep a journal but this has been so easy. I just write down what I was grateful for that day and why.
I really like to keep journals because sometimes its nice to look back on and it can remind you of what you did. What I hate about journals is that you may have had written about a bad day and then you're reminded of it.. so writing a "grateful journal" helps you to think positive and only reminds you of happy and simple things.
Just thought someone else may want to try it!

solitudeisnear 05/03/2013

Thanks for sharing. I should add that idea to the end of my journals. Or just to put one positive for the day. Have good day!!

heretic 05/03/2013

I've heard that a Gratitude Journal can turn your life around. I should try it

deleted_user 05/03/2013

Good idea.

TC40 05/03/2013

Great idea!!!!

xLacey 05/03/2013

Thanks heretic, I forgot the name of it and called it "Grateful Journal" lol but it's called a Gratitude Journal!
I hope you all give it a try!

heatherhurts 05/03/2013

XLacey, that is a wonderful reminder for me. I used to keep a journal of gratitude many years ago. I'd list the top five things Ii was grateful for at the end of each day. It did change my perspective. (((((HUGS)))))

xLacey 05/04/2013

Whoa 5 things? I have a hard time thinking of one :p
Love that you have such a great outlook and positive attitude! (:

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