One thing I have really leaned on heavily this year is developing a real sense of gratitude.
Practicing a genuine mindset of gratitude has shaped me more powerfully than anything I have ever experienced. When things start to go wrong in my day, or I have sudden feelings of tremendous stress and anxiety, I find it easy to pause and think about something I am grateful for—be it a person, place, or thing. Shifting to a mindset of gratitude helps me not to worry so much about what is bothering me in the moment but to focus on thoughts that make me happy. It brings a peaceful and pleasant feeling to wash over me.
Sometimes it is easy to get caught up in the moment and in every little detail, but far too often these things cause stress, which creates anger and negative thoughts to occupy space in our minds. Remember that when this happens, simply stop and think about what you are truly grateful for, and everything will be better.