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5 Mental Habits That Will Keep Us Grateful & Positive

“Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more.” ~Melody Beattie

1. Everyone has something to teach or offer me.

That person who cut you off in traffic probably wasn't being a self-centered idiot, but rather was rushing because she was having a rough day. Annoying, yes, but thankfully this is an opportunity to practice patience.

That person who broke your heart was probably a human being who was hurting just like you and did the best he could, not a nasty bastard who enjoyed your suffering. Yes, it was distressing, but fortunately you learned a lot about yourself and what makes a good relationship work.

It was hard for me to adopt this thinking. For a long time I felt convinced that some people were beyond understanding. And like Miley Cyrus, I supposed, some of them entered my life like a wrecking ball and added nothing at all.

I can now see that every broken promise, broken heart, and broken hope has taught me something. All of it has made me a better, more knowledgeable, and caring person, and anyone who chose to view things that way will also benefit from it.

2. There’s something valuable in every challenge.

Every person has something worthwhile to offer, and every obstacle may also present an opportunity.

To be clear, I don't think we have to look at everything as a disguised blessing. In her book Bright-Sided, author Barbara Ehrenreich shared her resentment for the implication she should see her cancer as a gift. I understand why she felt that way.

There’s nothing worthwhile about pretending we’re not shocked, saddened, and disappointed by the hardships that come our way. Ignoring our normal emotions in the face of tragedy and trauma serves no one.

But it is possible to acknowledge that, while some things just plain suck, good things can come from them.

3. Even if I don’t have what I want, I’m fortunate to have what I need.

Very few people achieve their goals in life. Granted that some people have far more than others, the great majority of us nonetheless have unfulfilled hopes.

We have aspirations, objectives, and dreams. We desire goods, opportunities, and experiences. We want to feel a little fuller in life, a little richer, and generally to feel like we're moving forward rather than backward.

Nevertheless, despite all the highs and lows, ups and downs, many of us have most or all of what we need. We have a place to live, food to eat, people we can confide in, and the freedom to pursue our goals in life.

These are not presumptions. Many people—and you may be one of them—do not have their basic needs met.

This didn't always make my struggles any easier, so I didn't always appreciate it. But if I didn’t have those needs met, my challenges would certainly be harder.

4. The “little things” are the big things.

If you maintain a gratitude diary, you have probably noticed how many wonderful, lucky, or enjoyable little things occur on a daily basis.

It’s not every day we get a new job, marry the love our life, or bring a child or passion project into the world. Most smiles in life stem from little things, appreciated.

5. I don’t have to have it all or do it all to be happy.

Many of us, especially in the US, think that we have to have it all, do it all, and be it all. We are unable to miss it. We can’t fall short. We have to keep up, and keep accumulating.

Yes, it's satisfying to mark something off our life's to-do list, and we all enjoy treating ourselves to something that piques our interest.

However, those who are appreciative understand that contentment stems from accepting and valuing the present moment and the knowledge that, even in the absence of additional resources, we may still lead fulfilling lives.

This doesn’t mean we need to forsake all our goals and desires and grow stagnant.

I do believe, however, there’s something to be said for putting in the effort, surrendering to the outcome, and recognizing that whatever happens, life can be beautiful.

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YOGAPEDIA
Elbow Stand (Sayanasana)

What is Elbow Stand?

Elbow stand, or sayanasana in Sanskrit, is an advanced balancing inversion. From peacock pose, the yogi lifts their hands to balance on the elbows. The pose strengthens the arms and core and energizes the mind.

Instructions

• Begin in peacock pose and find steady balance.

• Carefully lift one hand from the floor and cup it against the cheek.

• Do the same with the other hand.

• Balance for a moment or as long as possible.

• Exhale and drop the legs and forearms down into a forearm plank.

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