Gratitudinally Yours

I know that is not really a word, but it got here you here, didn't it?

I came across an article on GrouponWorks about keeping a small business gratitude journal. This paragraph stood out to me:

Studies have found that people who keep a “gratitude journal,” a simple list or notebook of things for which they’re grateful, sleep better and are healthier and happier.  It makes me wonder if business owners who kept gratitude journals might be happier with their businesses and less prone to the stress and depression so many entrepreneurs face.

I wonder the same thing. Would I be happier with my business if I took time to meditate on what I am grateful for about my business and then express that gratitude in some way? I think so. When I take the time to do these things in my personal life, I know I feel a boost in my mood.

Lets try it out. Take five minutes and write down things you are grateful for regarding your business. I did and here is the list I came up with:

• I am grateful for the opportunity to use my skills and talents to make money
• I am grateful for the recent opportunity to stretch myself professionally
• I am grateful for the clients I have had over the past 7 years
• I am grateful for the colleagues I have worked with
• I am grateful that I have been able to stay at home with my children
• I am grateful for technology
• I am grateful for a supportive family
• I am grateful for networking opportunities
• I am grateful for my entrepreneurial drive
• I am grateful for the opportunity to seek new clients

Well, I have to admit that I do feel happier, I can feel the gratitude in my heart for my business. The real question is will I sleep better tonight? I'll get back to you on that.

Gratitudinally Yours,

Tara