Begin with the end in mind! I’ve probably hear that expression 15 times in the last week and when I woke up this morning, it was sitting on my heart. I knew that if I allowed myself to glide through the day, overeating, overdrinking, and over-escaping I wouldn’t be able to feel this holiday as the day of gratitude that it truly has the potential of being. It’s always easy for me to be grateful for what is good. I can say honestly that there isn’t a day that goes by that I pause and recognize how grateful I am for my healthy family and for the love of friends and family around me. What I’m often not so good at recognizing is gratitude for the things that are challenging me and helping me grow and be a better person.
Well, today my dog Sadie and I took a gratitude run first thing and 1/2 way through I was in tears and in awe for all that I have been blessed with. Recalling all the victories of this year, being able to start a new wellness business with Isagenix, is near the top of the list. It is something my husband and I have been able to share in, and it has challenged me as a new endeavor, but has made me stronger on every level. Even in the midst of losing so much and having such a huge financial setback, there IS hope and rebounding is a dynamic process that begins with my ability to be grateful for what is right in front of me. Without my struggle, I may not have been open to Isagenix coming into my life on that level. I do truly believe that God never gives you what you can’t handle, and He always gives you what you need right when you need it!
I feel blessed that I can share this day with both my new Isagenix family by having dinner with Michele Castle and her children, someone that has blessed me in so many ways, and my extended family by joining them for dessert. So even though the day is sure to include some eating, setting the tone by taking time out and creating an intention around recognizing even the challenges has made all the difference already today for me! I may be bankrupt, but not of spirit!
Happy Thanksgiving to All – make today a remarkable day to rebound with gratitude and joy!
