Today I want to reflect on how much I have to be grateful for.
In today's economy, and as a psychology graduate, I have a job. That is a blessing all by itself. But to have a job that is challenging, a job I truly enjoy, and to be working for a great company with fantastic people and excellent benefits (not to mention all the food one can imagine)- that is a downright miracle.
I live in a pleasant apartment with women who both love me and give me the opportunity to love them. My friends, family, and other acquaintances routinely provide me with opportunities to practice giving and receiving love.
I am healthy. I have time, means, and willpower to eat well and exercise in ways that I find enjoyable! Tonight I get to head to Peaks Ice Arena to try out my graduation present: brand new figure skates. (I might be a tad excited...)
And more than anything, I am happy. For the past 4 months, I have figured out how to feel what I need to feel in order to regulate my emotions. I often have days where I come home and hum and whistle as I clean the kitchen before heading onto my nightly activities. It really doesn't matter all that much what I'm doing- because I've figured out how to choose peace and happiness.
I'm grateful to be alive, and I'm eternally grateful for knowledge of an Eternal Plan that brings me purpose, peace, and joy.
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