Ok, still doing my best. But I am a person who talks before thinking 
Always have been. So this challenge is really a challenge for me.
Today is the 4th day for me but this is day 2 of my stretch. Yesterday morning was the last time I changed my bracelet.
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Starting day 1 again. Failed at work yesterday. It’s this one coworker that gets me sucked in every time. I tried avoiding them but it’s impossible. I can’t close myself in my office all day. I need to be more mindful.
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Still unsure of how far along I am. I’ve taken on a a very laid back attitude with all things outside my control and accept them as they are.
It’s lead me to a very zen like mood as of late and I’ve kept thoughts as positive as possible in all my interactions.
That said, last night something on the news struck me as being reported inaccurately and I blurted out if they could understand the words they are saying as it’s nonsensical… lol. My wife agreed but I snapped my rubber band, so guess even in a zen like trance these past days old habits die hard when you see an obvious mistruth.
I will work on accepting that media does intentionally mislead and I’m happy to be able to see through some of it… it’s just the way media works I’m afraid it seems…. But that is a rant I’d prefer to avoid.
**sigh, on day 1 again, lol 
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November 13th day 6
Back on day 1
I got through the calls ok but upon reflection, when I was discussing my symptoms and abilities with my doctor it did go from a matter of fact conversation to a woe is me complaining attitude.
Once I realized the switch, I did take the action to practice gratefulness and meditated to appreciate what I have. 
. It did take me a while to realize I was complaining so that is why I will restart the days.
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Day -1. To illustrate where I am at:
I asked our boss to order one for each of us. Anger pillow
My colleague is on vacation for a week which will give me the chance to investigate how much I am affected by her complaining.
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The four corners of that pillow are too funny 
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I am a little late to this thread but Id definitly like to join in!!
I tend to be a pretty positive person but at the same time, i can also be very critical and judgemental, while complaining about things I have absolutely no control over. Swearing isnt as bad as it used to be (at least i say it under my breath lol, so I guess thats an improvement), but id love to challenge myself in having an overall better attitude towards life. So will start today! Great idea for a thread!!!
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Love the anger pillow. What a great idea!
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Day 5 no outbursts or whining. A bit easier for me because I have very little contact with others. Usually texting with husband and I can stop before I text something negative. There have been times in the past I would type a long ass rant and then delete before sending. Sobriety makes the think before you speak in my case so much easier. Drunk I have no filter or pause. I could be relentless and hubby blocked me on numerous occasions. It has been 6 or more months since I was silenced. Haha
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Pfffff, day 1 again
Having pain and a feet in plaster isn’t going to help and now I’m complaining again…
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A very good and positive day yesterday. I am trying when I’m out and about to keep the positivity foremost in my mind.
I’m approaching folks in a very complimentary and positive way. My interactions yesterday were all very positive.
Let’s see how day 2 goes along…
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November 14th day 7
2 consecutive days 
Had a wonderful day. Spent a good portion with Mom and it is amazing that I didn’t complain or get upset.
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Starting day 1 again tomorrow. Failed yesterday and today already. Ugh! This shit is hard (yes, I know that’s a complaint).
Had an explosion at work with an outside rep that carried over to this morning. Money makes people do some shady ass shit, but I’m glad I’m sober to see through their bullshit and call them on it. I admit, my delivery needs improvement.
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Good Morning…I would just like to share…As I mentioned I do have limited daily contact with others… My town is rather small. When I go out to shop or post office I am overly friendly with the clerks and folks in line. This does help in situations when the process may not be working as you see it should… I am the one chatting up the delivery drivers with gratefulness… sometimes the drivers have a negative vibe and I want to spread some positive.
I hope you all have a great day!
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I felt less agitated today being alone in the office. I was on overdrive still running around a lot. But less complaining and in the need to counteract my colleague talking herself and the whole system down.
I cannot say that I didn’t curse some software.
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Grrrr its 1230pm and ive already noticed 2 complaints forming… both things i have no control over (the elevator in my building and the Canada post being on strike). Its interesting though bcuz ever since ive been making an effort to not complain, i am sooo much more aware of when i do. I will catch myself mid-complaint and tell myself to stop it. So i think this is working!
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Do you think the elevator is reacting to the strike? Just joking and trying to make you smile. My belief of this challenge is just what you are experiencing. To be aware of the negative thoughts and try to replace with some positive ones instead.
Just curious… Canada Post? Is that a newspaper?
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Haha that was funny tho lol and did make me smile 
Canada post is a mail service. The mail is going on strike and of course its close to christmas when i have to mail parcels and cards. So i was annoyed lol but nothing i can do about it, but go with the flow. How are u finding this complaining reduction challenge?
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Totally the crux of the challenge. I started a positive thinking routine a few months ago and found that it does work if you keep working it …(still have failed moments but far less than when I started)problem was that I didn’t have accountability. This challenge is great as it really keeps this thought process present.
Sorry the post is on strike. That does suck being close to the holidays. You are right- outta our control so complaining doesn’t help.
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OMG the post office? Wow that IS a big thing… Amazon delivers from our postal service. The US would absolutely flip out if there was a strike. Haha
I have experience with this challenge before…years ago… I do have very many negative thoughts and reactions daily but if I can keep from voicing them I think I am on a positive path. I also feel if you are making a truthful statement regarding inefficiency and poor judgement this is not a complaint but fact…
Keep smiling… and I love reading your posts.
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