I’m grateful for an early Monday morning at my desk - pitch black outside still!
I’m grateful for a busy weekend, getting ready for my week ahead of travel, part work, seeing my dear Mom, and visits with a few pals too.
I’m grateful I know when my plate is too full, and that I’m able to go easier on myself when that’s the case. I’m grateful I can learn to see this as an opportunity to better manage the demands on me, and not see it as failure. And when I say “no”, I’m grateful I can learn to say “I’m afraid I can’t do that right now” (or ever) instead of “sorry”.
I’m grateful for all of the things in life that I can change, that we can change. I’m grateful too for the things that don’t change, that I can rely on to be the same.
I’m grateful for all of you Gratidudes, (thank you Mbwoman! No drinks to/from Mom visits!) this thread and all of the support we share.
Day 92 and I’m grateful for my Monday Daily Reflections literature meeting to start my day. I went grocery shopping after and am grateful I didn’t have to throw the receipt away to hide evidence that I bought booze. Grateful I can use a much smaller purse now b/c I don’t have to hide my Sprite bottle filled w/ vodka from my husband because he might drink it (thinking it was actually soda), or discover my secret. Grateful my husband tells me my drinking was never really a secret, just accepted. Grateful for the embarrassment of that truth. Grateful for today and that I’m choosing to not drink.
Today I am grateful for a long, needed and restful sleep. That the little tiff I had with my husband didn’t roll into today and we both were able to let it go. That at this point in my recovery I am finding myself being more flexible and “rolling” with things better. That I am starting this week on a good foot with a positive attitude. That today is looking like a beautiful, sunny day and I have the ability to enjoy some time outside.
I’m grateful that my oldest son is 1 week sober today. He called me this morning just to talk, and I had to hold back the tears listening to him. He’s a tough guy, so I’m not gonna let myself get all mushy until he’s ready. He sounds so good and has a great attitude! I asked him about triggers or cravings, and so far there are none! He says the only time he feels a little freaked is when his 20-month-old decides to let out a blood-curdling scream. I just told him “deep breaths”. That’s not gonna end anytime soon. I’m so proud of him.
I’m grateful that I don’t drink. I could definitely fake through my life again, just like I did before, but it’s so much better to FEEL. I have a lot of crap that still needs facing and working on, but it was never going to be dealt with while I was drowning it all in liquor. I’m thankful I’m able to see that now.
I’m grateful for music. It’s one of those things I’m truly able to pour myself into and get a break for a while.
I’m grateful for y’all. Thank you for sharing your lives and stories. The connections we have here are far-reaching, like drops in a pond we’re creating ripples that collide and merge with other ripples; and before you know it, we’re all riding on the waves of each other’s good intentions. I love this community and each of you.
attending my first alcohol coaching session yesterday. It took a lot of courage, but she’s given me some things to think about and work on. It felt valuable.
getting back on my weight loss plan today. Had a good day with it and I don’t feel deprived.
managing a 2 mile walk tonight after work. It was meant to be a walk/run, but my leg really hurts at the moment. At least it was something.
planning another walk in the morning. Trying to keep the momentum going!
using my journal again. I’m not very good at being consistent with anything, but it does me good to get my thoughts on paper when I can.
for having plans for the next 3 weekends with good friends and my mum. I like making plans but I also need to remember not to try to fit too much in otherwise I get burnt out.
for the courage to keep trying to slay this demon that pretends to be a friend. For the optimism that my life can be better, I just need to keep trying.
Happy sober Monday everyone!
Good afternoon all,
I’m grateful this Monday wasn’t to much of a Monday. I’m grateful for getting home earlier than usual, and having time with my daughter. I’m grateful soon everyone will be home. I’m grateful that we have chicken noodle soup for dinner, and I don’t have to try and cook . I’m grateful that there is always some gratitude to read when I need it.
Everyone have a wonderful evening
I’m pretty excited — one week from today I’m going to lead a meditation and gratitude group for a senior community center. I’m curious to hear from people in this forum…what keeps you returning to the practice of gratitude on a daily basis? How does it impact your life? Thanks to anyone who feels like sharing!
I’m grateful to God for helping me through another clean and sober day. I’m grateful for my recovery. I’m grateful for ALL my family, friends, TS and the gratidudes. I’m grateful my parents made it safely here and back home after our nice lunch and visit. I’m grateful I called the housing place and left another message. I’m grateful I dropped my samples at the Dr’s lab. I’m grateful for the nice dinner and a movie with some of the guys at the treatment center. I’m grateful to be clean and sober, and that when the thought crept in to go get high, after not getting a call or email today to say your hired, I came here to read some of our gratitude, took some grounding breaths and went to the treatment center for an unscheduled dinner and movie. I’m grateful for the twelve steps. I’m grateful that I have lots of other places I can continue to apply too, there is an abundance of work. I’m grateful I am getting help applying to school. I’m grateful to be warm and safe in bed, ready to wind down.
God bless you all. &
I am grateful that today was easier.
I am grateful for the texts I recieved that helped me feel connected and understood.
I am grateful for teachers.
I am grateful for my experience with mental health professionals.
I am grateful that my parents have made it through all of life’s tough times and all of the hard parts of parenting a child like me, together. My mom is a cancer survivor, my dad is surviving with cancer and they are celebrating 50 years of marriage today. I am grateful they are both here to enjoy this day together.
I am grateful for them, so grateful for them.
This morning I am grateful that I slept better. The block for my legs actually helped as planned.
I am happy I got an appointment for lymphatic drainage in an hour. Things I can afford even if it’s hard to give it to myself. I am grateful that after some inner discussions I end up investing in my health and not in my death.
I am grateful I come here regularly as it helps me to focus on the bright side of life. I often think, wooooh, I need to write that down and then think, no I already shared my gratitude today. But that’s it maybe what is helping me with this thread I get more open to the small beautiful things in my life.
I am grateful for cuddles and that I found someone to take care of Dora and Paula over Christmas. I think I was already grateful but I am still.
I am happy I found I real friend here, just recently, this year.
I am grateful that @Its_me_Stella parent’s are celebrating their 50th anniversary! That puts a smile on my face and makes me happy. Love the picture of them, happy, with a lifetime ahead. Happy Anniversary and best wishes to them!
I am grateful for all the good in my life.
I am grateful that I am able to handle the bad parts a lot better than I used to.
I am grateful for all of you.
Congratulations to Mr and Ms Stella on 50 years of marriage. What a beautiful thing. Great picture
I’m grateful they can still be here for you and more importantly you for them.
I’m grateful I’m up at 4:30 am not hungover and still making time for gratitude. It sets the tone for my day @MagicILY I could have got another 45 minutes of sleep but gratitude is more important to my mind and mental health than a few more minutes sleep. I see you read the first post on this thread.
I’m grateful after saying good by to our best friends last night Kelly and I didn’t slither off to the bar to get hammered on side cars celebrating a successful fun trip. It actually felt strange walking by that bar. We always stay here when we visit. It was crying softly for my to come over. I barely even heard it as we just walked on by. It was a strange feeling. I win.
I’m grateful the owner of the restaurant I ran 20 years ago or more was around and he remembered me for a short chat and was so surprised to see me pop in all by myself. And he gave me a couple of Magnolia Cafe tee shirts. One for my wife.
I’m grateful I was assertive enough to ask the front desk if some how some one could bring me coffee this morning. Room service doesn’t start until 6.
I’m grateful for the little Nespresso shot I had while I’m waiting.
I’m grateful to be able to share my trip with y’all.
I’m grateful to get the hell out of Texas and get home to my pets and little isolated community up in the ponderosa pines. The city was fun. And now it’s done
I’m grateful for my first facial, scalp, massage, and foot massage for 80 minutes yesterday. That is how I like to reward myself these days. Because that, I do deserve. Anyone want to feel my face
Right here MagicILY Gratitude is an opener of locked-up blessings.
Marianne Williamson
And I’m grateful that after my gratitude list this morning before I checked my email I got a notice my flight is delayed. I hope I make my connection. Because I’m not hungover, and I don’t drink, and because I practice my ass off doing gratitude this doesn’t bother me as much as it use to. I certainly have no control over if my flight is on time or not. I’m grateful my pets are in a safe place and I will still get home to them when I get home to them.
Serenity fucking now!
This morning, I am grateful to feel so happy and content, even with very smalls thing. I’m just in a great mood and I believe that is due to my bedtime routine last night and the quality of sleep I got. I am grateful for working from home, thus still being in pj’s at 750 am. I am grateful fresh, clean sheets, insight timer and cozy books. I am grateful for time spent caring for me because I am worth it. I am grateful for the beautiful fall weather we are having.
I am grateful that I don’t drink anymore but I will be honest it was the first thing that crossed my mind this morning. Opening my eyes to a fucking head ache again… its starting to break me.
I am grateful I shoved a spoonful of honey in my mouth instead of a spoonful of hotchocolare mix because I was also contemplating that.
I would be very grateful if SOMETHING, anything would comfort my fucking soul from the battle I am in with these headaches.
I will not drink today, I am grateful I can remember very vividly the hangovers I get. I will not smoke weed today I am grateful that I hate it. I will not eat edibles today, I am grateful I would rather just sleep than be stoned. I definitely won’t be picking up dope today because I want to stay alive.
This is powerful!! It is inspiring to see that no matter whats going on, u pull thru and fight for a happier and healthier you. I wish I had some good suggestions to help with those headaches. The only thing I c think of is that many years ago when I got clean at 17, I used to get daily long lasting headaches. The dr did put me on medication to help, wasn’t a pain pill or anything, and it did work. But not everyone is into taking meds. But there are meds out there that can be prescribed and that can help with headaches. Not sure if that helped lol anyway, love ur gratitude post
Today I am grateful for emotions (I can’t believe I’m saying that) bcuz it shows me I am human and it shows me that I’m alive and that it’s OK to be vulnerable. Tears are healing and I want to heal
Today I am grateful for my hubby and that homeless man being in the right place at the right time to save that girls life
Today I am so grateful to be clean and sober even tho I have $100 in my bank account
Today I am grateful for TS bcuz you all have shown me things that I wasn’t able to see on my own
He sounds so good and has a great attitude! I asked him about triggers or cravings, and so far there are none! He says the only time he feels a little freaked is when his 20-month-old decides to let out a blood-curdling scream. I just told him “deep breaths”. That’s not gonna end anytime soon. 
I’m so proud of him. 
. I’m grateful that there is always some gratitude to read when I need it.
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