Not quite a journal

[smallwolf]

One of the things I write in replies is about maintaining a journal of sorts. It is not quite a journal though because the contents. Each day I start with

-three things to look forward to

-three positives and positive qualities shown

-one pleasure, accomplishment and gratitude

The thing about this journal is that the smallest things are valid. For example, brushing teeth, showering, making breakfast, drinking coffee or hot chocolate.

Starting off can be hard. But after a while it becomes easier. I still have problems some days. On these days phrases like "the small things" can still have a positive vibe.

And this journal does not take long to write either. Over the next days, I will write my real entries here. If you want to add yours here, please do.

Something like this practiced each day eventually should rewire our brains to think more positively. Best thing is that it is cheap. All you need is pen and paper and yourself.

The fun starts tomorrow.

[demonblaster]

Good on you Wolfy

Tagging ☺

[smallwolf]

Demon, do you do anything like this?

Three things to look forward to today - visiting new work premises, going to SFC, the unfolding day

Pleasure - coffee at breakfast

Accomplishment - carrying on when I cannot be bothered

Gratitude - distraction tools

These might sound a little cryptic but remember that it is the small things are the reason to keep going.

[demonblaster]

Wolfy hey, I remember and noted you saying about this, I still need to get things into practice and often think about this that you said but bits of.

So in reply not properly no. I'm kinda withdrawing from life lately not so much outta depression I'm not really sure why but want to work on this.

Glad you're doing this cause it'll budge me.

Hope you're well Wolfy and that your blood went well for you

Care very much

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[smallwolf]

Probably the last post for today, but wanted to reply to you DB. I can keep elbowing you if you want me to. I am well aware that creating these lists or noticing the good things in each day is difficult. Which is why my psychologist emphasizes the small things. Me... I am still a work in progress. I said to you my psychiatrist yesterday regarding my new plan for getting better, that provided she keeps me sane til my plan really kicks into the gear. But then planning and certainty are related, and I also need to be able to handle uncertainty. I digress. Everything here with me takes time. Perseverance is the key. Not giving up.

Would you be able to post 3 positives of your last day here. Some ideas might be... (a) met and old friend, or (b) warmth of the sun on your skin , (c) a nice lunch or (d) a quiet time (e) a TV show you really liked or (f) hot water in shower or (g) lying in bed or (h) some music you listened to?

So that in the craziness of life, when we look back on each day, might find there was actually some good in it?

Tim

[demonblaster]

Wolfy thanks so much. I replied on my thread and been meaning to come back here.

Yes I'd love a nudge if that's ok although happy to say I'm getting more in tune with this lately. From when you first mentioned this a while back at yours I started and moreso lately am remembering daily. I see a lot of good logic in putting positives in our days. Am also finding I'm starting to think more often of them or explore new ones.

Ditto taking a long time and agree can't give up.

I guess changing habitual thinking does take practice.

Am up to date on your other thread and will see you there near future ☺

Hope you're well and holding up ok friend.

Care 🌹🕊

[demonblaster]

Hey Mr Wolfy ☺

I'd love to join you with this. Lately in struggles I slacked off and amongst some other things I think held me afloat for a while

-3 Happies

Was happy for quite a while today

Beautiful peaceful sunny day

Very slowly starting to get a grip

-Gratitude.

Without here I couldn't do this

-Accomplishment.

Electricity company tried to charge me nearly double my usual bill. Stood my dig kept my cool and didnt accept there first offer. Gave good arguments why it wasnt fair and that I shouldn't have to pay the extra.

Going to pay a trickle more than usual and on a cheaper new plan. Woot!

Hope you're travelling better Wolfy. Thanks for this. Helps me get more organised and into the habit. You're a good man 👍

Take good care buddy

[demonblaster]

-look forward to

Getting back to doing a card and playing around with calligraphy

[smallwolf]

DB,

You do calligraphy? So cool!

I should post something here again! Slack me. Life has been topsy-turvy for me recently. Triggers twice in 2 weeks. The second one was not as bad as the first but still. I should post this in my thread, but... saw my psychiatrist and psychologist this week - as luck would have it. To make a long story short, and despite verbal attempts for change in my work place not really working, I will be giving work an ultimatum next week in writing, to either fix it up or I am gone. My wife and psychs both agree with this. Jump over to my thread later, once you know it has been updated.

Tim

[quirkywords]

Tim,

Sorry about the triggers.

This maybe a simple question but how do you motivate to write in your journal each day. I have a few journals but more free form I like the idea of having to follow a plan but doubt I could follow it each day.

I love writing but trying every day to to remember to write and follow the guidelines I am am not sure how Imwould donit.mI se the iPad so much I rarely use one and paper .

Is it still a journal area if I do it on the iPad?

Does writing positives really amkenine feel,positive?

my journal entries are reflective and yes a bit negative as I try and work out my overthinking mind.

Quirky

[smallwolf]

Quirky, I replied to you last night, but it has not shown up yet 😞