I’ve  been feeling sorry for myself the past twenty-four hours. I mean really sorry for myself.  I opted to sit home and feel sorry for myself instead of having coffee with my friend Marwa, an evening with my boyfriend and a morning of productive writing. I know we all need time for rest and reflection but this was me deciding to focus on what I didn’t have.  As a result of my blues I found myself chosing a less than healthy meal last night and dealing with extreme fatigue this morning.

I know its our thoughts and attitudes that often trip us up when it comes to living health and vibrant. My simple solution this morning was to start listing everything I have to be thankful for. What a shift this brings. To start I have the most incredible set of siblings. They are my best friends, biggest fan and ultimate support system.  I have a amazing man in my life who is self-aware and kind. A supportive mother, work that pays my bill, fun girlfriends, roof over my head, food, water, an education….

This list is really never-ending. So now you try. If you are feeling stuck with your diet or health plan try a little gratitude, maybe it will influence the choices you make for the better. Actually I know it will. 

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