Three things to be thankful for today

[Doolhof]

Some days it is really hard to find anything to be thankful for when we feel overcome by the darkness and fog of depression. If I look hard enough, I can find something to be thankful for.

I would like to encourage others to write down three things they are thankful for, and to realise there is a sense of hope available to us all. Sometimes it is just a little hard to find!

So my three things for today are:

1: The lovely singing of birds in the morning as they welcome in the new day

2: The ability to read and write

3: A lovely hot shower.

Wishing all the "family" in BB Land a day full of noticing the nice things in life. Kind regards to you all, from Dools.

[Gambit87]

Today I am thankful for,

Beautiful sunny days.

walks to the river near my house.

flowers starting to bloom!

[quirkywords]

Thankful for

rain

homemade hummous

homemade tahini

[Ezzi]

Thankful for

There's still many caring people around on the look out for each other.

Had a couple friends sending me positive affirmations.

Listening to some sooyhing relaxing music with a cup tea.

[Guest_1643]

i'm grateful for how i can connect to others in similar position to me during lockdowns

im grateful for my wake-up call

i'm grateful that i have been given a chance to be honest about my feelings, here on the forums. Thank u x

[ecomama]

Today I'm thankful for:

~ the beautiful caring Nursing staff and Drs who cared for my girl in hospital

~ the rain! It meant I could slow down, sleep, rest. I even did a bit of Sleepy Art lol and loved it.

~ my friends here on the forums. Thankyou for being here and being YOU.

Love EM

[missep123]

Today I am thankful for:

1) I am able to continue studying at home

2) For my family, partner, dog and friends

3) For my health

[Guest_1643]

hi EM - sending love to Alexa, i know it was a big day for her and wasn't sure if she would go in, but seems like she has?

Hi missep, great to be in ur PJs!

Hi all, thank you - im thankful for u reaching into ur hearts and days to find what makes your heart sing

i'm thankful

my friend bought me soup and on a basic level, it is so nice to have something warm and fresh. im thankful i have that opportunity, to taste and feel something beautiful

for juice, as im so dehyrated. A good OJ or watermelon juice can perk me right up!!

i'm grateful for being triggered today, which hurt me, but also released a lot of sadness and emotion, and I tried to manage it. I'm grateful that I can let the tears out and feel better

[ecomama]

Aww those ones are really sweet Sleepy (except for the trigger of course - I'm grateful you're finding ways through that).

Yes Alexa went in to hospital, had lots done, pretty major stuff going on for my darling girl. Waiting game for results and more bookings etc. Thankyou xxxx.

Soup can be an amazing thing can't it? So simple some times but just hits the spot. So nice of your friend.

Today I am thankful for:

~ also realising a trigger too Sleepy, so snap hey? IDK need better boundaries for me / to follow my instincts more etc etc etc, maybe not the same sitch for you..

~ my garden

~ my son's school keeping their learning from home programs going till end of Sept. meaning he can stay HOME regardless of 'things opening up' or not... waiting game till the HSC news too I guess.
Grateful he completed Exam No.4 this morning, 3 to go.

Many Blessings to all
love EMxxxx

[Guest_1643]

hi EM, how is Alexa? I read on ur thread, no ED? I hope its all sorted quickly, sending love!

The triggers have been raining down on me. Movies, books, conversations... ah. But i'm okay. Boundaries is a great lesson, thank u for pointing it out to me EM.

I'm thankful that - I'm healthy phsyically

that i was able to get through this time alone, it was so hard, but it means hopefully i am stronger than i thought and can get through tough times.

that my friend said she'd keep an eye out for a weightd blanket for me

that i had leftovers available so i didnt' have to cook dinner

For netflix, for sunshine, for my decisions,

[Doolhof]

Today I am thankful for:

Sight- yesterday I aw some amazing spider's webs, glistening with dew int he early morning light

Hearing- the ability to hear the bird sing, to listen to the waves of the ocean or the gentle trickle of water in a stream or creek

Taste- to be able to enjoy a cup of coffee, chocolate and my favourite fruits when they are in season