Congratulations!!
You stayed with Gratitude Buddies for 14 Days!
That means, after today, you will have noted down and shared 42 different people, places, things you appreciate.
Take a moment to acknowledge yourself for this achievement - that’s wonderful and you’re well on your way to rewiring your brain and establishing a new habit and/or way of thinking!
If this has been a hard time in your life or you’ve been struggling, you deserve even more acknowledgement.
How is it going with your buddy? Have you been able to keep pace with each other? If not, now is a good time to check in with each other and suggest adjustments.
Please save time for one or more of the following today:
Read through what you’ve written so far and notice if anything stands out; what do you want more of in your life? Does it spark new ideas or paths to take?
Read through what your buddy has written - what made you happy? Notice what you have in common, what’s different; perhaps note what you’d like to experience from their list. Does that spark any new ideas?
Or does their list trigger any unexpected feelings, like guilt or envy? Explore it privately in a journal, or if you have a close personal relationship, perhaps it’s worth discussing together.
Practice today’s meditation, which is about 20 minutes.
Send thoughts on any of the above to your buddy in today’s Reflections. If you are practicing with a Buddy you know well, take this opportunity to share something you appreciate about them!
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Throughout the 30 Day Gratitude Journey, there are 4 Days of Reflection with a longer meditation: 20 minutes. Obviously, you are welcome to use it as often as you like.
If you are short on time, use the 3 breath practice after you write your list.
Inhale for 5 counts
Hold for 5 counts
On the exhale, call to mind the 1st item on your list.
Repeat with the second and third items
You can also try to add a smile or hand on chest to this practice
Gratitude Message for your Buddy
After writing, scroll down to the GREEN button: ‘SEND TODAY’S MESSAGE.’
DO NOT click on the PINK button at the bottom right or you will lose what you have written.
Optional prompt
Day 14: Day of Reflection: WEEK 2
Today you’re invited to reflect on your Gratitude Buddies Journey so far.