Focusing on "Glad"...

I wrote a text to my husband, Paul today and feel compelled to share it with others.  It's at the end of this entry.

I think we can all agree that these are "crazy" times.  This past year has been interesting to say the very least.  And there are alot of "things" that can make a soul sad.  A deep soul sadness and anxiety, is what I hear from others, if I have on my true listening ears.  And if I am listening to my own heart, I hear sadness and anxiety there too.  These are real and true feelings and sensations.  And they make my soul sad.

However, (and I love that word "however" - it's got hopefulness in it!)

However - I can focus on "glad."  When I do, I sense more grounding, stability, peace and calm.  I have more to give to myself, others and God when I am focusing on "glad" rather than "sad."

It doesn't mean that I disregard these "sad" feelings and thoughts.  It just means that I observe the "sad," bring it to my awareness in a nonjudgemental way, and then try to lay it down.  

The best way I can lay the "sad" down is to pick up the "glad."

I believe that we are made to be thankful - It's an action and it can be practiced.  It is a Practice.  It's as vital to our well-being as is air, food, and water... and relationship.

So - I am going to practice "glad" today.  Want to join me?

With love and "glad" to my fellow sojourners, 

From my purple chair vu - 💜💜💜

"Hi Babe - love you soooo much too - Have a truly wonderful day -- its the only March 10, 2021 we will ever have 😊  I’m going to try to stay positive today -- i know a lot of the stuff happening in our country gets me a little sad... but i’m going to focus on the glad today 😊  And I am surely sooooooo glad for you my love.  Looking forward to being with you tonight -- dinner, conversation, maybe a walk and a relaxing TV and TEA time too 😊 Such precious gifts

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