I used to become overwhelmed very easily. But nowadays I’m fairly even keeled most of the time.

Situations that would have most people putting up streamers for a pity party, don’t even make me bat an eyelash. And that’s because when I feel insanity wrapping its arms around me, I fight back by giving…

There are few things that help me instantly change a negative mental state. Giving the Universe thanks for all the many blessings I have in my life is that survival mechanism for me.

I give thanks that I’m healthy. That I have a great apartment in the heart of the city. That no matter where I go in the world, I continue to meet great people. That my daughter really and truly loves me. Because I’m able to work at home. Because the older I get, the wiser I become. Because I’ve got warm, comfortable boots.

You name it – I give thanks for it.

And you know what?

Giving thanks – especially when you’re feeling stressed – grounds you. It gives you energy and strength. It’s a reminder that regardless of the momentary glitches, life really is good.

So today I want you to have a day of thanks. For every good thing that you see, give thanks for it. Give thanks for every morsel that you put into your mouth, and for the clothes on your back.

Even if you live in a breadbox, give thanks for your breadbox. For there are many who live in shacks and sleep on dirt floors.

Don’t get hung up on what’s wrong. Simply focus on the beauty of all that you have.

And don’t be surprised if you end up in a pool of joyous tears at the end of the day. You truly are blessed.