RETAILOBSERVER.COM NOVEMBER 2018
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Eliana Barriga
eliana@retailobserver.com
Forever and always grateful,
NOVEMBER 2018, VOLUME 29, ISSUE 11
CELEBRATING OUR 29
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I
t's that time of year again when the seasons have changed; warm
sweaters, hats, and gloves have come out of storage. Final winter
preparations are being wrapped up as the holidays are fast approaching.
November is the month for me to check in on my "Attitude of Gratitude"
meter. It's the time of year when the Debbie Downers and Gloomy Garths
of the world verbalize their negativity more than usual, as the festivities of
the holidays can trigger and throw them into a tailspin. That's where the
practice of gratitude is a huge plus. It is the most important ingredient in
life itself for health, happiness, and the success of our businesses.
Fact: gratitude is actually a learned behavior. It is something that we
can be taught, practice, and get better at over time. In addition, gratitude
boosts our self-esteem and strengthens our resiliency, giving us a mental
advantage in dealing with stressful situations.
I personally use many ways to track and tune into what I am grateful for
in my life. I have a jar that I fill all year long with notes of gratitude that I
read and reflect upon on New Year's Eve. I also have a journal in which I
write my "3 Gratitudes" every morning to start my day.
My personal favorite this time of year is the Gratitude Tree. I arrange
twigs in a jar, and cut leaf shapes out of fall-colored paper. I then ask
friends and family to write the things they are grateful for on the leaves,
which they hang on the tree. Not only is it a beautiful fall display, but it's
wonderful to share in others' rich, heartfelt thanks for the things and
people that truly matter to them. These experiences make such a
difference in our lives. The leaves from the Gratitude Tree can be read
aloud at Thanksgiving dinner, too.
In this way, gratitude helps us keep our perspective on the many things
we find hard to deal with in our crazy world today. So use every chance
you get to become thankful and celebrate life with friends and family—not
only this Thanksgiving but all year long.
GRATITUDE
CHANGES
EVERYTHING!
Elle's View As I See It
