From Fear to “Thanks Giving”

Moving Into the Right Mindset This Holiday   As an amputee I have so much to be grateful for in my life. I am blessed to be alive.   My horses make me be present   I am thankful for my husband, two healthy sons, and a family who loves me.             I am grateful to be able to walk again, just to name a few.     Do I ever look back on the day that I injured myself, which led me to amputation, and wish it never happened? NO! Never, not even once! I am so fortunate to have been chosen for this journey. Looking back, wishing for something different sets  me up to fall into the trap, and vicious cycle, of never being satisfied or happy of where I am now. I wouldn't have met the people I've met. I wouldn't have overcome fears that I have had to face. I wouldn't have learned to trust in myself, the process, and my support system. I wouldn't have experienced the life I'm leading now with such gratitude because of what I have had to overcome and endure. I am a stronger person, more passionate about my Faith, and better able to withstand immense pain and challenges than ever before.   This holiday season I challenge you to look past your fears, your disappointments,  your pain, your obstacles, your past, and your anger at your situation and see the small but relevant miracles happening in your life EVERY SINGLE DAY!   CHANGE YOUR MINDSET! Live for your happiness and to a brighter future. When you change how you see your life and your circumstances you change the outcome. You see the good more easily in everyday encounters and silent moments. You will find yourself smiling more and grumbling less, and you will start to attract the type of people who want to be around you because you empower them with your outlook. It's contagious! What are you grateful for today?     Today, choose to be grateful! Don't wait any longer to see the joy in your life. Start jotting down your blessings or what you are grateful for tonight. Keep a list where you write 1-5 things that you are grateful for each night before bed. Fall asleep to gratitude in your heart and watch how refreshed and joyful you will start to be in the morning, just looking for the next moment. I wish you and your families a very special, magical, and blessed Thanksgiving. Until next week, and as always, Be Healthy, Be Happy, Be YOU!!!   Much love,