Far too often we tend to take for granted the life we have – right under our toes. One of my favorite phrases is to “Be thankful for what you have. Be thankful for what you don’t have.” And, as many know, I say this after every 
class. But really, can we have a grateful heart?
For me it is a work in progress.
Every day, I struggle at home when I see things about the house and yard that should be done. A “To-Do” list of sorts. And, in the past, I have had some success in letting go of fixed ideas about how things “should” be. But, in all honestly, I have also lost my cool over stupid things like dirty socks on the couch or close to the laundry basket, but still on the floor.
What I am currently working on is noticing and deciding how I can choose to react or focus my energy. It really takes a lot of energy to become ticked off and complain and fuss. What if I redirect my energy? What if I get creative with my energy? What if I just put the socks in the laundry basket and completely end it right there? It is definitely an option. What if I stop and take a look at what the sock dropper has done that makes me happy and appreciate that for a moment. Though this may sound cliche, life is too short to worry about socks. I am grateful for all that I have and all that I don’t have.
Be kind and love your people.
Looking forward to seeing everyone next week when I return.
I want to thank Lisa Morrison and Julie Van Meter for covering my classes while I was away this week. These women know how to step in, share their love and kindness so that everyone can be thankful for what they have.
Namaste everyone, Jeannette