??? Harnessing the Power of Gratitude: My ?? Superhero Sidekick ??♀? Through Life’s Ups and Downs ????

Practising daily gratitude has been an absolute game-changer for me! I kicked off this incredible journey about seven years ago, initially to help me conquer the wild ride of raising teenagers. And let me tell you, gratitude has since become my trusty sidekick, guiding me through life’s rollercoaster of ups and downs. It’s the superhero cape we all need—keeping me grounded and building my resilience like never before!

At first, I’d scribble down three simple things each morning: a hot cup of coffee, a funny conversation with a friend, and, yes, a positive moment with my teenagers (even if it was hard to find, there’s always at least one thing!). Focusing on the good in them—even on the days when it felt like they were driving me to the brink—helped me see them in a new light. The small stuff like a smile or a shared laugh became my little wins, the fuel to keep going. Gradually, these moments added up, and my focus started to shift from what was going wrong to everything that was going right.

It’s not magic, but let’s just say it works wonders. Those few minutes of gratitude each day became my mental reset button, the thing that pulled me back when the chaos tried to take over.

And here’s the thing—when life throws curveballs (and it does, all the time!), gratitude helps me find strength in the madness. It reminds me that even on my worst days, there’s something to be grateful for. Gratitude isn’t just about feeling good; it’s about creating resilience. It keeps me steady when everything else feels wobbly and reminds me of what really matters.

If you haven’t tried it yet, take it from me—give gratitude a shot. Whether you jot down a few things on paper or just pause to mentally list them in the morning, you’ll start to see life differently. You might just find your own “superhero cape” hidden in the small stuff, waiting to lift you up. ???

?? Lisa xox