One of the healthiest neuroscience-based training exercises is identifying “targets for gratefulness” (TFG).
Doc Heath here: Your friendly neighborhood NeuroMechanic.
Once identified, we can utilize our mindfulness techniques (please join in and follow our Mindful Good Morning posts) to explore various aspects of gratefulness in relation to a targeted event, situation, circumstance, person, object, thought, or realization. This can be in relation to ourselves, others, or the universe around us.
1) CHOOSE a Target for Gratefulness (TFG)
2) EXPLORE overlooked areas of your TFG
3) BREATHE as you become mindful of these precious facets
4) AGREE with yourself to continue being mindful of this gratitude focus as you prepare your evening meal, as you enjoy each bite of food, as you spend time with yourself or others significant to you.
5) REALIZE that gratitude, like oxygen, may be breathed in and out, sharing with others in our own personal orbit. Gratitude cultivates relationships, improves physical and mental health, & engineers greater levels of empathy/perspective-taking. Gratitude reduces inaccurate, unrealistic thoughts (IUTy’s), promotes sleep hygiene, & builds resilience.
6) SHARE your thoughts about this evening’s “Sunset Reflections” in the comments below. We can all benefit from one another’s experiences!
As the sun dips low, Vagator Beach in Goa comes alive with warm hues reflecting over the gentle waves. It's a tranquil scene that invites you to pause and soak in the serene beauty.
🤍 ‿You are my favorite sunset. I still remember the first sunset we shared together. I held you everso close to me. I felt your smooth skin as arms wrapped around your waist line. I nestled my head upon your shoulders. I felt cozy and nestled there. I felt home. You took time to an unbelievable beautiful place. You took into consideration my love for the sea & horizons. You suddenly became my favorite place to be. Little did you know that as the days progressed & time passed, I fell in love with you. It was your intelligence, then your voice, to those amazing hugs you give to how you make me feel. I love your goofy sense of humor. That adorable voice you make. I love all of you. I love all your imperfections. For me, they're perfect.⁀🤍