Gratitude Journal for joy and health

If we could see the miracle of a single flower clearly, our whole life would change. – Buddha

I have learned a few things this week about gratitude. Not only is gratitude important for staying positive in a world that can sometimes throw negativity in our faces all day long (information overload, anyone?), it is also becoming a form of meditation for me. So today I wanted to take a quick moment to tell you about a little tool I use to stay in an attitude of gratitude.

There’s an app I have on my iPhone that is useful in reminding me not only to write down and acknowledge what I’m grateful for, but also to serve as a record of all the things I’ve been grateful for over time. Whenever things seem really discouraging, overwhelming or sad, I can take a quick look at even the entries of a few days and be reminded of all the things that I personally have to be grateful for.

Here’s today’s entry:

There you have it. Five things I’m grateful for today just off the top of my head. Took me a couple minutes, and I felt better, more aligned with the joy that does exist in my life.

For a perfect antidote to the stress and worry that often creeps up on us, take a minute and write down 5 things you’re grateful for today. How does that make you feel?

I hope you feel better. I sure do.

To check out the app, visit HappyTapper.com. It’s only $.99 right now. That’s so much less than a cup of coffee, and it’ll keep you happier a lot longer. Definitely good for your health.