Talking about our problems is our greatest addiction. Break the habit. Talk about your joys.
-Rita Schiano
Everyone needs a safe place to talk through problems. No question. But I usually try to make every place a safe place and every moment an emergency counseling session. Sit back and listen today to how many conversations consist of complaints and woe-is-me talk. I was convicted by what I heard - especially by what was coming out of me.
So, I'd like to start practicing a new habit and share with you a few of my joys today!
Separations and Homecomings My husband was gone for almost a week and I didn't handle life well. Now that he is home, I'm a much better wife than when he left. Being apart, dealing with circumstances I disliked has made me so much more grateful and joyful for a run of the mill Thursday!
Learning and Discovery In teaching piano and in raising my son, I get to witness learning and new discoveries every day! It is so fun to witness the look of pride on a person's face when something clicks. And I pray that everyone takes their opportunities to learn and explore. It's definitely worth the time and effort!
Exercise and Real Food I've been blessed with excess weight after J was born that has been a thorn in my side, literally. It has been a blessing because I couldn't just will or wish the fat away and time didn't simply take care of it either. To lose weight I have had to exercise hard and often. To lose weight I've had to cut out sugar, junk food and limit my eating out choices. I'm thankful for all of this because I'm slowly learning how much power we have over our bodies and lives if we learn how to treat them right. I'm so happy that I have options that help change ME!
What are you joyful about today?
-Rita Schiano
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| Joy in its purest form |
Everyone needs a safe place to talk through problems. No question. But I usually try to make every place a safe place and every moment an emergency counseling session. Sit back and listen today to how many conversations consist of complaints and woe-is-me talk. I was convicted by what I heard - especially by what was coming out of me.
So, I'd like to start practicing a new habit and share with you a few of my joys today!
Separations and Homecomings My husband was gone for almost a week and I didn't handle life well. Now that he is home, I'm a much better wife than when he left. Being apart, dealing with circumstances I disliked has made me so much more grateful and joyful for a run of the mill Thursday!
Learning and Discovery In teaching piano and in raising my son, I get to witness learning and new discoveries every day! It is so fun to witness the look of pride on a person's face when something clicks. And I pray that everyone takes their opportunities to learn and explore. It's definitely worth the time and effort!
Exercise and Real Food I've been blessed with excess weight after J was born that has been a thorn in my side, literally. It has been a blessing because I couldn't just will or wish the fat away and time didn't simply take care of it either. To lose weight I have had to exercise hard and often. To lose weight I've had to cut out sugar, junk food and limit my eating out choices. I'm thankful for all of this because I'm slowly learning how much power we have over our bodies and lives if we learn how to treat them right. I'm so happy that I have options that help change ME!
What are you joyful about today?
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