My journal is my lifesaver. I can say whatever I want and let go of the feelings imbedded in those words. If I had a bad experience, I can write it out and figure out what went wrong or how I would like to change things so it doesn’t happen again. It gives me a release to pressures that build up every day and lets me move on, but it is often full of negative thoughts. So, in addition to my journaling, I keep a separate list of positive thoughts. I used to try to generate a new one everyday, but more recently I have been simply revisiting and expanding on them which led to this blog and the concepts I share with you.

There are some basic ideas that I find myself coming back to on a regular basis. Maintaining a positive attitude, taking care of myself, and looking at the best ways to provide good care for my husband are the main themes that I write about. I often write about something that has come up in our lives and how we made our way through. I know that our solution may not be yours, but I also understand how important it is for me to know how others are making their way on similar journeys. If I can share something that helps you, then it is only payback for what I have gleaned from others along the way.

Maybe taking the time to write words down does not appeal to you so I would encourage you instead to simply take a moment over your morning coffee or tea and remember. Think about something that happened yesterday that put a smile on your face. Then, while you are having that positive feeling, look to your day ahead. Hold tight to the warmth and love in your heart because that is what will show you the way to bounce back from anything your day will bring.