Congrats on voicing your concern with your mom and getting a positive result!! @LAB great work!
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Iām grateful to have a purring warm Alice on my lap.
Grateful I went to bed too early and got up too early.
Grateful for the rain.
Iām grateful Iām handy enough, barley, to touch up picture holes in the wall and I do say it came out quite well. Eventually.
Iām grateful I basically have the sellers disclosure 
done 
Iām grateful yesterday was an easy day.
Iām grateful my black bean crunch wraps for dinner came out decently.
Iām grateful for the serenity prayer and the courage to change. Change my way and ways of thinking. And no one elseās.
Iām grateful for the Friday night meeting. Iām new to it. I like it. Iām grateful itās kind of just an open unstructured meeting with familiar people from all the other meetings during the week.
Iām grateful I am trying really hard to empathize and find compassion for my wife as she is having such anxiety, stress and sadness from the past 6 weeks and just isnāt able to function. Iām grateful for my, live in, reminder of why I donāt drink all day and night anymore. And Iām grateful I know to keep my mouth shut about it. And Serenity Now 
Iām grateful for all the moving, cleaning out energy I do have. Iām grateful I take time to myself and rest and or meditate most afternoons. Iām grateful Iām not doing as much as I normally would have done. Iām grateful to save some shit for the movers.
Iām grateful for āmy gitāer done,ā skills. Sometimes it bites me in the ass. I need a fucking battery and I have no idea where I packed them already but Iām grateful the store has some and itās no big deal if I buy 2.
Iām grateful Iām not in charge of dinner tonight. Iām grateful I booked our last nice Saturday dinner out for tomorrow.
Iām grateful for gratitude and gratidudes.
āGood humor is a tonic for mind and body. It is the best antidote for anxiety and depression. It is a business asset. It attracts and keeps friends. It lightens human burdens. It is the direct route to serenity and contentment.ā
Grenville Kleiser
Soā¦ā¦laugh it up fuckers 
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I am grateful its my Friday and I am grateful that I have stopped focusing so hard on the number of days I have been soberā¦ Itās starting to feel more natural now I do know I am getting close to 30 days I think Iām on like day 26 right now 
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This morning I am grateful for:
- inspiration (I got some ideas yesterday that can help me with a challenge Iām facing now)
- my recovery contacts, here on Talking Sober and in my recovery group in my city (I am grateful to be able to connect, to not be alone, to have and to give support)
- my wife, who shared her insight and support with me, and who walks with me on our life path (not an easy walk and it takes lots of empathy)
Thanks friends; take care today.
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Hello friends! There is a lot to be grateful, this day and every day, but this day Iām feeling extra grateful I guess! Iām grateful to have had a nice date night last night, even though I slipped on a patch of sand turning a corner on my motorcycle and wiped out. Iām grateful nothing got hurt but my ego. Iām grateful for a beautiful morning, Iām grateful for my sweet man. Iām grateful to look forward to a weekend at home, plans with friends, and only one more week of work until our road trip. Iām grateful that the BF takes such good care of me, the dogs and our home, and (this week specifically, because we had a crazy hailstorm) Iām glad that he handles things like insurance claims and home repairs and all thatāim grateful that we are a good team, and that we each have our strengths and appreciate each otherās contributions. Iām grateful for todayās reflection in my Healthy Minds app, which was a meditation on the internal and external conditions that all have to converge for me to be just where I am now. Itās a good reminder to be grateful that even though the road has been rough, I should still be grateful for it because it brought me here. Itās nice to be reminded that I can have that perspective rather than just looking back at choices Iāve made with only shame and regret and using them as an opportunity to put myself down. Last but not least I am so grateful itās Friday, yāall! Letās get this workday done!
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Happy Friday my beautiful sober companions
I am so grateful for reading Ericās quote today ā Thank you for reminder to laugh it up! Will do
I am so grateful for almond yogurt (tastes heavenly). Yogurt was the one thing i missed when becoming vegan and the soy or coconut ones just did not taste right to me. Not sure if it is as good as real yogurt but after 3.5 years it tastes perfect to me. Canāt believe i just discovered it a few months ago.
I am so grateful for being able to get up in time for deliveries this morning. My brother had to take my cousinās to Windsor to catch a train to Toronto. Grateful that the trip went smoothly and it was a lot of fun visiting with everyone.
I am so grateful that i donāt really have much on schedule for today. I am exhausted and body is screaming so i plan to find the perfect spot where the sun is shining through and get a peaceful nap
I am grateful that we do get some great sunshine in the living room - grateful for the high ceilings and tall windows.
I am so grateful for being indoors with AC - itās only 70 degrees but the sun is feeling super hot today.
I am so grateful that i was able to do a 20 minute walk around the neighborhood this morning.
I am so grateful for family, community, unconditional love, support from my Higher Power, meditation and prayer practices, mindful body scans, deep breathing, living life at a decent pace (learning to not always be on the go), mother nature
I am so grateful for delicious healthy foods, Ayurvedic practices, yoga (light body stretches)
I am so grateful for a cozy bed and comfy cloths
I am so grateful for this community and all of YOU!
Wishing everyone a addiction free day - sending much love
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Wow, your mom looks absolutely fantastic!! I share the sentiment. I am always really grateful my granny is still around. Sheās the same age as your mom and quite the impressive lady as well.
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Today Iām grateful for another good day of staycation.
Iām grateful I did some chores, cooked, read, cuddled cats and relaxed. Iām grateful I texted and called with friends. Iām grateful for this peaceful day. Iām grateful for all my blessings. Iām grateful Iām good at ignoring my mess and relax. Iām grateful my mess is moderate. Iām grateful I missed my ex only a little bit today whilst cooking. Iām grateful Iām able to shoo such feelings in a kind way most times. ODAAT.
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Iām grateful for another sober day.
Iām grateful for rest and relaxation.
Iām grateful for new experiences.
Iām grateful for the smell of jasmine flowers.
Iām grateful for this life.
Iām grateful for all of you, for your stories, strength and sobriety.
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What am I grateful for right now?
The knowledge that I can improve my life, and have the will to do so! That Iāve come as far as I haveā¦ 
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Iām grateful to God for lovingly guiding me through today while helping me abstain from my addictions. Iām grateful for my family, friends, TS and the gratidudes. Iām grateful that no one showed up for my NA homegroup except for three bikers from Toronto. Iām grateful for the free concert featuring local talent that I stopped to watch on the way to and from the meeting. Iām grateful for bbqād sausages courtesy of a local church at dinnertime. Iām grateful it was a productive day at work. Iām grateful to have Netflix again and to be enjoying catching up on the DC series Flash. Iām grateful for humor and laughter. Iām grateful for the twelve steps and traditions. Iām grateful for prayer and meditation.
May our higher powers teach us how to forgive.
p.s. Donāt ever forget youāre incredible. Ya you!!
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Wrapping up this day with gratitude.
I woke up early, not far from my open window, as usual. Smoke so thick. Thereās fires to the north - and further, west and south - of me. But this smoke is from the Yellowknife and Fort Smith fires. Both places Iāve been to, lots. Was unsettled all morning, unfocused though I have much to focus on. Realized that if this was still the before times, Iād have likely justified knocking off at noon to get an early start - without any real conscious thought.
Sat with myself instead. Just sat. Tears. But of course, I mean, trees are some of my best friends.
And all of those people displaced. I checked with evacuated pals, theyāre okay.
Grateful itās not the before times. Grateful I can sit with myself and discomfort, and then let myself feel it all. Grateful for coffee and a walk through my forested trail to set the day right again.
Iām grateful I listened to good music tonight and cooked up the tired things into yummy veggie chili. Iām grateful Iāll get some good sleep tonight. There might even be a sleep in. 
Iām grateful I will wake up tomorrow without a hangover or shame. Able to putter and get my weekend things done and still tend to my feelings.
Iām grateful for all of you. Iām grateful for another day. 
Proud oā you, @LAB! And sending my huge congrats on this event, and your ability to treasure the moments of it. Grateful for our sobrieties!
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Checking in grateful for my evening. I am overflowing with happiness at the life I am allowing to unfold. I am so very grateful I decided to try sobriety 548 days ago.
If you are in the beginning and finding it tough, like I did, keep at it. Life is better sober and you deserve that better life. Love to all yaāll. š«¶š¼
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Morning gratitude. Iām grateful I enjoy the lazy heat of late August. Itās calming and idle, I flow in a state of half opened eyes ready for a nap all day. Iām grateful I slept well and dreamed of dogs. Must be an echo of the lovely documentary about dogs I watched yesterday evening. Iām grateful for documentaries.
Iām grateful I lie in bed (still) and watch my thoughts coming and going. The birds are chirping, the breeze airing the house gets warmer, soon Iāll close the windows. Iām grateful I heard my neighbourās guests sing him happy birthday an hour ago. He turns 80, I like him, he and his wife are kind and nice people.
Iām grateful that I ask myself why I worry. I worry that I have to get back to working as usual soon. I need to question this attitude. Iām free. There is no need for this pattern anymore. I can stay in this flow of deep relaxation. Iām able to keep up with everything without stressing myself. I literally see that it works every day. Sad as it is sometimes, I want to be grateful for the easing that comes with living alone and only caring for myself. I think I feel the burden of caring for my late mum and struggling with my ex lifting after a year of mourning. Iām grateful I slowly realize itās necessary to care for myself as I cared for them.
Iām grateful I need to get up now. A friend is coming over for brunch in an hour
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Thank you.
Yes grateful for our sobriety.
You and your friends are on my mind as you all deal with the fires. I think of all the life and lives being impacted. Be safe.
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Thank you!
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And here we are at Saturday, so grateful to be sober and healthy this morning.
Iām grateful for all of you and the support you have shared with me as I go through the days to celebrate my son and his bride. Today is the family pre party, we are hosting it at my motherās house this evening.
She has been kind to let us use her large house and large lawn. Iām grateful for that, especially as the kids asked for it to be there.
Iām grateful that my brother and his daughter arrived safely and I got to spend some time with them.
Iām grateful my aunt is with us and is such a loving and amazing woman. She exudes joy and care.
Iām grateful my ex husband and my ācurrentā husband are kind to each other.
Iām grateful to be in a some control of my emotions and anxiety. Dang, feeling the feels is crazy!
Iām grateful that I will get to see my younger son today as well. I have not seen him in person in almost 2 years. Yikes! I have intentions of changing that too.
Iām grateful to live in a safe and cozy and calm home with a sober husband and my pets.
Iām grateful for all of you. Iām grateful for strategies to help me stay calm.
I wish you all a safe and decent Saturday!
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Good morning sober fam,
Im so very greatful forā¦
My sobriety
475 days free from weed and alcohol
18 days free from vaping
Woke up refreshed
Have my meals and nutrition planned
Doing a 90min workout then therapy
Excited for therapy to tell her i actually quit vaping!
Lots of positive changes in my life
I adapt better to change acknowledging alot is out of my immediate controlā¦thanks aa
Its Saturday
Plan to keep busy so my idle hands dont miss a vape
May try some new recipes this weekend
Love
Joy
So full of gratitude it brings tears to my eyes
Much love to you all
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@soberbilly your mom is so precious. My goodness she looks amazing for 93! Always warms my heart just reading about you spending time with her.
Lovely to hear from you ā especially on the Gratitude thread 
Yes my friend ā so grateful to read this and so happy to know you will be taking care of your needs as you have for all those in your life.
@cjp so happy for all the positive changes in your life. Yeah to trying out new recipes 
Happy Saturday my bad ass sober companions
I am so grateful for sleep! Yesterday i was not fighting fatigue but i was sleepy if that makes sense and i did a lot of sleeping. I feel awake today and yup the coffee is helping
I am so grateful that i am able to move around today with little effort. A good sign is when i can climb the stairs without rest and without holding the railing 
I am so grateful for my balance ball - i canāt seem to sit anywhere without discomfort and this is actually ok - ill take it. Added bonus - i keep my posture upright and work on my core
I am so grateful that i woke up to a beautiful day - sun is shining and itās not super hot yet.
I am so grateful for having a loving supportive family. Grateful that i got to talk with my mum this morning. Grateful that i will be spending the day with my brother (when he decides to get out of bed) - he is also super worn out with all the family socializing this summer. We will just chill together 
I am so grateful for fresh fruit and veggies. We have an abundance of healthy food at our fingertips.
I am so grateful for deep breathing (my lungs are not aching first thing in the morning).
I am so grateful that i can be ready to have someone over in a moments notice - no need to rush around to hide my bottles and ash trays. No need to spray scents and take breath mints. besides having bed head iām good to go. Grateful that iām comfortable just being me - i donāt need to apply makeup and have my hair / nails done to feel good.
I am so grateful that i am able to stretch today and the numbing sensations are gone.
I am so grateful for my meditative and prayer practices - i am grateful that i will be able to do these with my brother today (always nice to have someone else around to heighten the energy field). Grateful for feeling light and airy inside
I am so grateful for our TS family - we really do bring it with the gratitudeās ā thank you for this lovely practice! What an extraordinary way to start and end the day! Really so much to be grateful for - thank you for being on this journey with me. Thank you for sharing all your stories and showing so much compassion, love and support! Just thank you for being YOU.
Hoping everyone has a wonderful positively charged addiction free Saturday! Sending you all much love
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My gratidudes! I am grateful for these old bones and for being able to complete the 5 mile charity run I signed up for at a respectable (for me) pace, even though I havenāt been practicing much and itās quite warm here this morning. Heat advisories all over the place and itās a road race so the pavement makes it a bit worse. I mean itās not like Iām in Arizona or anything and thereās a nice breeze off the river, but still. I was a little worried I hurt my shoulder a little when I fell on my motorcycle the other day, and I suppose I might have a little bit I also remembered that when I was playing tug of war with Buster the other day I turned it into a set of overheat tricep extensions using the dog for resistance and I suppose I could be sore from that weird idea. Itās probably both but Iām grateful to feel a little less worried about it. Iām grateful for free bananas. Iām grateful a lot of people showed up to this race to help raise money for Ronald McDonald House. Crowds make me so crabby, which I guess I should remind myself itās probably an anxiety thing, but also itās nice to see people together and moving and smiling even if theyāre annoying and donāt watch where theyāre going. So much to be grateful for and there is still so much day ahead of me! Will I take a nap? Will I clean the house (booooo)? Will I play Zelda all day or make a butt load of spring rolls? Who knows! Iām excited to find out!
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