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Thankful Thoughts

written by Parita Leave a Comment

Thank you all so much for you kind comments and blog love!  You have no idea much they mean to me!  And no worries, I don’t sweat the stupid stuff. 😉

So, the other day, I was reading Lisa’s blog and saw that she was taking on a 100 Mile in May challenge that was initiated by Amanda over at Small Home Big Start.  Amanda is committing herself to moving more in May and is asking for others to join her!  I’m joining the bandwagon and committing myself to 100 Miles in May, and if you’re interested, I encourage you to stop by her blog for more information.  Nothing like a goal to get you moving!

And there’s more fun news!  My good friend Mimo started her own healthy living blog last night.  I talked to her after work today, and she told me she took the plunge and created a new blog that’s based on her renewed interest in healthy, environmentally friendly eating.  Woo…I’m so excited for her!  Go over to Plate Full of Plants (cute name, right?!) and say hello!

And finally, I have a new “project” I want to share with y’all…

This is my new “Thankful Thoughts” journal.  I’m going to use this on a daily basis to document all of the things I am thankful for.  My mom actually started one of these a few weeks ago and told me about it.  She knows how I am with my deep, emotionally driven thoughts, so she suggested I start one too. 

This concept couldn’t have been introduced to me at a more perfect time.  I don’t know why but recently I’ve had a lot of little moments where I’m overtaken with feelings of thankfulness and appreciation for everything in my life, especially the people.  I think maintaining this journal will be a great exercise in recognizing and focusing on all the beautiful things life has to offer versus dwelling on the negative, which I tend to do sometimes.  I told you I’m deep! 😉

So tell me…do you keep a journal of any sort or does your blog serve as a thought keeper for you? 

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Written on April 26, 2011 Related:Blogging, Self

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  1. Jenny @ Fitness Health and Food says

    April 26, 2011 at 10:03 pm

    Parita,

    I love both of your new projects! The 100 mile challenge is such a great way to join bloggers and readers in a joint health venture.

    The journal is such a great way to remember each and every day what we have to be thankful for.

    Blogging definitely serves as a reminder for me. I don’t think I’ve ever wanted to be working on something so late at night but I end up doing it so often. I’ve done a few posts on gratitude,however you have inspired me to do more! 🙂

    Thanks so much for sharing! 🙂

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  2. Shanna, like Banana says

    April 26, 2011 at 10:10 pm

    I don’t keep a journal because I actually have a fear of extreme vulnerability by documenting… BUT I did do morning journals (from The Artists Way) and simply tore each entry up when I was done. I got the benefit without the fear!

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  3. Courtney @ The Granola Chronicles says

    April 26, 2011 at 10:31 pm

    I used to write in a journal – and I think you’ve inspired me to start doing that again! I really like your idea of “thankful thoughts.” We have so much to be thankful for – whether it be big things like our health and family, or small things like the perfect cup of coffee! 🙂

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  4. Ginger&Rice says

    April 26, 2011 at 11:18 pm

    I’ve thought about doing that; it’s a great idea!
    Whenever you’re down, you can just pop it open!

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  5. Alexa @ SimpleEats says

    April 26, 2011 at 11:21 pm

    I love this idea of keeping a journal of thoughts…what an amazing way to be thankful for what you have!

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  6. Khushboo Thadani says

    April 27, 2011 at 8:39 am

    Great idea on keeping a thankful thoughts journal! I don’t have a journal per say but I do keep a gratitude memo on my Blackberry which I guess serves the same purpose. It’s a great eye-opener when things don’t seem to be going as planned.

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  7. Colleen @ The Lunchbox Diaries says

    April 27, 2011 at 8:46 am

    Per the usual, I love every thing about your post! 100 Miles in May sounds awesome, and I’m almost ready to commit to doing it! I think the Thankful Thoughts journal is amazing, and I’m absolutely going to start one of my own 🙂 I’ve kept journals my entire life, but nothing quite like this idea. Thanks so much for writing about it! I can’t wait to start tonight!

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  8. LauraJayne says

    April 27, 2011 at 12:18 pm

    I don’t journal outside of blogging – but I’ve found that my “real-not-virtual” planner acts really well as a journal of sorts. I log my miles on there, and keep track of the day-to-day events. I’m sort of lost without it!

    I love the idea of a thankful thoughts journal – It’s a great reinforcement now, and I’m sure will be a great pick-me-up if you need it later!

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  9. Mina says

    April 27, 2011 at 12:39 pm

    Love this post Sunshine! Great idea to write even simplest thing such as you were able to laugh today with some one you care:)

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  10. chandana says

    April 27, 2011 at 12:57 pm

    I do keep a journal. But I don’t write on daily basis. while some weeks are full some weeks I don’t even have a day written. i try to fill most of it with thankful thoughts but I do write when I feel very low.
    All the best for the 100 miles challenge.

    Your blog DOES NOT SUCK. I really enjoy reading your posts. Honestly I think it was a very mean comment, if some reasonable person doesn’t like something they’ll just leave it, they won’t bother to leave a comment. But not everyone is a reasonable.

    Keep writing the lovely posts.

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  11. Jenn @ Peas & Crayons says

    April 27, 2011 at 1:48 pm

    love the idea of a thankful thoughts journal!!!!!!!! I heart writing in general so this is perfect! =)

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  12. Alex @ Healing Beauty says

    April 27, 2011 at 2:43 pm

    What a great idea! I’ve tried doing a similar thing where I write down five things a day that I’m thankful for and I think it really helps cultivate a more positive attitude!

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  13. Jenny says

    April 27, 2011 at 6:14 pm

    I love this idea for writing down everything and just being thankful for all that life has given us 🙂

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  14. Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin says

    April 27, 2011 at 6:49 pm

    I love both ideas in this post, especially the journal! That’s such a great way to stay positive. 🙂

    I used to keep a journal as a kid and teenager, but now I mostly keep everything in my head. It can be so freeing to actually write things down though. I really should start up a journal again!

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  1. Unplugging for Family « myinnershakti says:
    November 27, 2011 at 7:40 pm

    […] head, the food in my fridge, etc.  I could go on and on.  I think it’s time to bring my Thankful Thoughts journal […]

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