Gratitude Journal – Day 8: Control of Emotion

 

Gratitude Journal – Day 8: Control of Emotion

Today, I am grateful for:

  1. Good Health
    I am praying for good health for my family and myself, and I’m thankful that we’re in good health. This morning, I placed my hand over my heart and suddenly felt its beating. I’m not sure if I felt the heartbeat first and then put my hand there or if I placed my hand first. Either way, it made me pause and appreciate being alive.
  2. My Furbabies
    The love and joy my furbabies bring into my life are immeasurable. Love you guys always—stay healthy. Last night, I was worried because one of them vomited around 2 a.m. I took him to the yard, where he instinctively ate some grass and vomited again. After that, he seemed much better and slept soundly. This morning, he was back to his usual self, and I’m so relieved.
  3. Supportive Viewers
    I’m truly grateful for those who watch my content and find value in it. Someone left a thoughtful comment on my latest video, asking questions and sharing their perspective. I replied to the comment, and to my delight, they followed my channel. It made me so happy and motivated to keep going.
  4. A Place to Call Home
    I’m deeply grateful to have a safe and comfortable space to call home. Since I spend most of my time here, it’s the most important place for me.
  5. Pomodoro Technique
    This simple but effective method helped me focus again today. Working in 25-minute intervals with short breaks has really made a difference. Perhaps because of this technique and my growing familiarity with the process, I’ve noticed my video preparation time is decreasing.
  6. The Sound of Noise
    This morning, I heard the sounds of children chatting and playing outside. It’s usually so quiet here, so hearing a little bit of cheerful noise felt refreshing.
  7. Living in the Present
    I’m learning to focus on what I can do now and today. This mindset helps me avoid negative thoughts and keeps me grounded.
  8. Appetite for Food
    I’m thankful that I still have a good appetite and can enjoy food. Some people my age or older often mention losing their appetite or being unable to eat much. I feel lucky to still find joy in eating and to be able to eat more than average.
  9. Hair
    Not long ago, I trimmed my hair because it had grown longer and was shedding too much. I don’t have silky, perfect hair, but I’m grateful that it’s still intact. I once had alopecia areata, and that experience was so difficult and depressing. Looking back, I wish I had faced it more positively, but it taught me to appreciate what I have now.
  10. A Goal
    For a long time, I didn’t have any goals, and during that period, I felt like my life was so dark. Now, I have a goal, and even though I haven’t reached it yet, I’m working towards it every day. Having a goal makes life feel different, and I believe I’m on the right path.

One week has passed, and I can feel the difference. My control over my emotions has improved after just one week of writing this gratitude journal. It’s a simple yet powerful habit. Do you want to gain better control over your emotions? Why not start your own gratitude journal today?

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