As a single mother sometimes I find myself depleted. I give so much of myself and while being a mother is it’s own reward, sometimes I could stand little more reciprocity. interactions with friends are usually super affirming but I have little time for friends and the T.V. is never a replacement for rewarding interaction. So I have been thinking of simple inexpensive and meaningful ways to replenish myself.
One way I can give myself the attention I need with very little effort is a special Gratitude Journal where I least at least 7 aspects about myself that I really enjoy. I do not list things I have purchased, rather accomplishments that benefited ME and natural things about my body and/or personality. I don’t always get a chance to do this but when I really feel depleted, I give myself five straight days of this exercise and usually will notice a boost in me feeling even better. Does anybody else have any quick self-esteem boosts they would like to share?
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I don’t have any quick self-esteem boosts that I use, but I really could stand to use some. Thanks for that idea – love the concept of a Gratitude Journal!
I absolutely love the idea of keeping a gratitude journal. One thing I like to do is to think positive thoughts and to pick up the phone and talk to those that I am close to like my mom and my sisters.
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Hi I’m new to your site and love it. I too also like your gratitude journal. That’s a excellent idea.
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When I feel down, I always call my favorite friends who believes in me.
I would ask them to have a chat, shop or simply enjoy a cup of coffee.
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