- Smile at everyone you meet.
- Write down at least two things that you are grateful for today.
- Do something physical. (Get rid of the excuses. My friend who works out regularly will be running three miles, while my aunt who has had a stroke, will be sitting in a chair doing her foot exercises. One is not more difficult than the other. They both will be pushing themselves appropriately. What can you do?)
- Drink plenty of water.
- Do something nice for someone else. (This does not have to be time-consuming. Sometimes it does not take a whole lot of effort to improve someone else’s day.)
- Plan something that you will look forward to doing. (An evening walk, a dinner out, a vacation.)
- Set and accomplish a goal. (Yes, accomplishing this list definitely counts.)
- When you become upset or frustrated, remember that whatever it is that is bothering you, may not matter next year, next month, or even tomorrow.
- Pray
- Take at least fifteen minutes to do something that you find relaxing. (Observing nature, talking a walk, meditating, taking a warm bath, listening to music….)
Let go of bitterness today and let life in.
Dr. Wayne Jacobs says
If you cannot do all, do some. If you cannot do some, do just one passionately.
Kristin Barton Cuthriell says
Love it! I could not agree more.
Shelly says
Reblogged this on onbeingmindful and commented:
I’m definitely going to use this list today!
Kristin Barton Cuthriell says
Thank you, Shelly. Have a great day:)
Todd Lohenry says
Reblogged this on My Perspective on Loving, Living, Learning and Laughing and commented:
Always happy to see another post from you, Kristin! Thanks for the great ideas; simple and practical…
Kristin Barton Cuthriell says
Thanks, Todd!
brianwilliamsen says
Love this. Re-posting it.
Kristin Barton Cuthriell says
Thanks, Brian. Yes- especially #9! Have a wonderful day!
brianwilliamsen says
Reblogged this on Brian's Blog and commented:
Some good advice here…especially #9!
wordsfromanneli says
I love your list and approve! I remember recommending the second item (writing things down) to a person who was very negative and down on everything. “Write down even one good thing that happened today.” She didn’t. But at least she wrote all the things that were bothering her and she worked it out from there. I still prefer writing down the good things, and I know it helps. Great list, Kristin! Very positive.
Kristin Barton Cuthriell says
Anneli-
Thank you for your comments. I really believe that writing down the positive things that happen each day, no matter how small, can be beneficial to your health. It is so easy to get stuck on what isn’t going well rather than what is- As always, I enjoy reading your comments.
Tina Del Buono, PMAC says
Thanks for the boost Kristin, I’m shooting for 10!
Kristin Barton Cuthriell says
Way to go, Tina!
Goss Coaching says
Love this!
Kristin Barton Cuthriell says
Thanks, Hanna. Have a terrific day!
sandy says
Thanks so much. I needed these.
Kristin Barton Cuthriell says
You are welcome 🙂
David Kanigan says
Terrific post Kristin…
Kristin Barton Cuthriell says
Thanks, David. Enjoy your weekend!
Author MelindaTripp says
Wonderful! Kristin, I reblogged this on my blog, everyone needs this!
…… I am also practicing thankfulness,
I read today,
If you woke up tomorrow with all you had thanked God for today,
what would you have?
Thought this tied in so well with your blog!
Thanks for supporting Teachsafety
Kristin Barton Cuthriell says
Thank you for sharing this and adding your wonderful insight!
Barbara @ Just Another Manic Mommy says
This is great and something to read over and over. (and I always tell my kids that a smile is a gift!)
Kristin Barton Cuthriell says
Yes, Barbara. I need to read it over and over, too. Thank you for your comments.
Valentina says
This is so true, let’s not forget it. We should have it among the list of things to do everyday.
Kristin Barton Cuthriell says
Yes. Thank you for commenting, Valentina. Enjoy your day!
jannetsquadra says
Thank you so much for sharing these ways. I will surely try to adopt these to make my day good.!!!!
Kristin Barton Cuthriell says
Great! Thank you for commenting.
The Bumble Files says
Thank you! This is a great list! I’d like to print it out and put it up on my wall : D
fgassette says
Thank you for stopping by my blog.
BE ENCOURAGED! BE BLESSED!
aviralkulshreshtha says
Incredible article…Thanks for such precious tips.. 🙂
Kristin Barton Cuthriell says
You are so welcome!
Sloan says
Reblogged this on fibrohappiness.
Kristin Barton Cuthriell says
As always Sloan, thank you for sharing this with your readers. xoxo
Sloan says
As always, it is my pleasure! Love & Light :), S
Kristin Barton Cuthriell says
🙂