Thursday, March 19, 2020

Gratitude Journal - 03/19/2020 (Kick-off)

Just like every one of you reading this, I feel like I am living in a surreal world right now. While I am overwhelmed by the negativity, I have tremendous faith in our human race and I truly hope that we can turn this around. May be this is just a rude awakening for all of us to step back and acknowledge that we are indeed (in Carl Sagan's words) just a Pale Blue Dot ?

With that thought in mind, I am starting a Gratitude journal today and I'd love it if you all can join in the positivity. Every day I'll post a gratitude prompt, the answers to which will hopefully remind me (and anyone that would like to join) of ALL the positive things that we should be grateful for.

PS: This is a "no-judgement-keep-the-anonymity-if-you'd-like-zone".

Today's question: Let's start simple - What are you grateful for today?

I am grateful for the 15 minutes that I spent with my entire family last night when we actually gathered together and laughed about nothing in particular (I can't remember the last time we did that).

Your turn...

17 comments:

Saikrishnan said...

All of us could enjoy the pranks of akshu and avyu.

Paruputhogayal said...

I love this idea Archana �� I had a late start today because I couldn't sleep yesterday night. Today morning I was so hungry when I woke up and my husband suggested that he will make something for breakfast.I am so grateful that I have someone who can cook for me. I know that in this world a lot of people don't have that privilege. Leave alone cooking for each other there are so many who are hungry and starving as we talk.

Vandana Gopal said...

That was an incredible thought Archu.
I am grateful for the like minded friends that I have, who are supporting us all through our life journey . ����

Neela said...

It’s quite straightforward for me - same to you ��

Neela said...

But in all seriousness- I feel grateful for my life.. every single day. I am lucky to be where I am with the people that I get to share this life with...

Archana said...

Awesome pa!

Archana said...

Nice :) paruppu thogayal avargale - May I know your identity? :)

Archana said...

Thanks Vandhu!

Archana said...

Suber!

Neela said...

I’m grateful today for good health. Seeing people, including loved ones suffer through ill health and it’s associated challenges, I’m grateful for good health.

Archana said...

👍👍

Vandana Gopal said...

I am grateful for all the conveniences the technology has provided us due to which I am able to connect with my husband who lives thousands of miles away ( especially given this current situation ).

Archana said...

Vandhu - that must be so hard on you and your family! Hopefully this too shall pass and we all can emerge on the other side of this situation with renewed sense of appreciation for all the mundane things in life...

Paruputhogayal said...

This is Smrithi here :)

Priya said...

Beautiful thought, Archana. Let’s surround us with positive thoughts during this interesting time! I played kissing monster game with Iniya and enjoyed giggling with her.

Archana said...

Sweet! :)

Archana said...

Oh hey! :) Nice blog peru!