Food, Glorious Food…And 9 Other Reasons..

10) Food, glorious food (did I mention I’m Italian?)
9)    My wild and crazy family who live up to all the Italian stereotypes (except for the Mafia)
8)    Working next to my 12-yr old “puppy”, Lollie who wakes to inspect the yard or inform me that it is “dinnertime” -  hers – not mine
7)    Inlaws I actually like (love, truly)
6)    Soul- and wallet-satisfying work, with financial advisors whom I am passionate to help succeed
5)    Reconnecting with old friends and meeting new ones in social media, in person – and this website!
4)    The ability to freely argue, debate – even loudly – over politics and other controversial topics without fear
3)    My step-son , Josh, who has grown to be a wonderful man 
2)    A 70-something mom who has more of a social calendar than me
1)    My partner-in-fun and tolerator of all my piccadillos, my darling husband Mark

These are my top 10 reasons to be thankful.

It’s only a few days until the day that those of us in the USA celebrate and give thanks for all of the blessings, rewards, gifts and accomplishments we have enjoyed this year. For me, it certainly has been a financially tough year for our family, and I wonder how the next year will pan out.

Still, because I’m a coach and all, I know that words have power, and that declaring what I am thankful for is more than just a list. And there’s more to it than even words.

There is a quote you may have heard : “What you say, you are”. And, since we are human, our language is always connected to our emotions and even our body. So, when we speak, all three of these parts of ourself form the “us” who is speaking.

To see what I mean, try this:

Answer the following questions and see how it changes the way you “show up” for whatever you do next.

- What brings me joy right now, about which I can be grateful?
- What are MY Top 10 Reasons that I am grateful this year?

Have a happy and wonderful Thanksgiving!