I was just reading a book by M.J Ryan called Attitudes of Gratitude. I’ve been practicing a few gratitude rituals myself for many years now that really seem to work. The first one I started was many years ago, and the process was before I left home in the morning I would write down off the top of my head what I was truly grateful for. Within a very short time I could feel my vibration rising and a sense of well being overcoming my body, mind and soul. It’s a great way to start of the morning and I still practice it on most days. I also have had many gratitude rocks that I carry with me at all times and during the course of the day when I”m feeling a bit down, or even really high on life I would give the rock a good squeeze and just give thanks for my life and everything around me. I’ve lost many of those rocks, I’ve given many away. Now since living in that state of Gratitude and thankfulness I don’t usually need more than just my mind to constantly be in that state. I’ve trained my mind to appreciate and accept each moment as glorious even if it’s a moment I don’t like. If I hear heart wrenching news I just accept it as part of the journey and low and behold the feeling dwindles fairly fast and I feel more balanced and grounded. Living in this state of mindful awareness and gratitude will enhance your health and immune system. It releases the essential brain chemicals that make us happier and experience more joy. Try saying to yourself when you open your eyes in the morning ” I’m so grateful for my life”, that’s a great start.
I’m Grateful this second to be sharing this with all of you.
LOVE Ryan.