I love that! My father used to ask us these exact questions every night before we go to bed and it was very comforting specially as someone who finds it difficult to complain about things that bothered me, I used to look forward to that part of the day just to pour my heart out! This as well as what I was looking forward to used to make me have a motivation to wake up every morning because I have an exciting thing to look forward to (even if it is as simple as meeting friends at school) I wouldn't take such things for granted. :)
Good on your father! So many people I know grew up in families where we didn’t express emotions or give thanks for the small stuff. It’s refreshing to hear that your dad was all over it! And when my kids are old enough to take part I think I’ll add in a question about challenges they faced so they can talk openly about the things bothering them. Thank you for that inspiration!
My family does something similar at dinner most evenings—usually initiated by my 9-year-old sister, asking everyone about the best part of their day. I love the idea of adding what we’re looking forward to for the next day, though! Definitely going to try that out. Thanks for the inspiration!
100%, thank goodness science is catching up and realising the importance of gratitude. If everyone practiced it the world would be a totally different place!
I love that! My father used to ask us these exact questions every night before we go to bed and it was very comforting specially as someone who finds it difficult to complain about things that bothered me, I used to look forward to that part of the day just to pour my heart out! This as well as what I was looking forward to used to make me have a motivation to wake up every morning because I have an exciting thing to look forward to (even if it is as simple as meeting friends at school) I wouldn't take such things for granted. :)
Good on your father! So many people I know grew up in families where we didn’t express emotions or give thanks for the small stuff. It’s refreshing to hear that your dad was all over it! And when my kids are old enough to take part I think I’ll add in a question about challenges they faced so they can talk openly about the things bothering them. Thank you for that inspiration!
My family does something similar at dinner most evenings—usually initiated by my 9-year-old sister, asking everyone about the best part of their day. I love the idea of adding what we’re looking forward to for the next day, though! Definitely going to try that out. Thanks for the inspiration!
I love that your 9 year old sister starts everyone off, that's amazing! Such a special way to connect as a family!
Gratitude is so important to keeping a healthy mind.
Absolutely, it's amazing the difference you notice if you let it drop off for a few days!
Yes!! I love a daily gratitude practice. It's amazing how powerful gratitude is.
100%, thank goodness science is catching up and realising the importance of gratitude. If everyone practiced it the world would be a totally different place!
I'm a huge fan of gratitude. I call it our superpower.
I'm a Mindset Coach and these are all practices I recommed.
I love that you've included focusing on what you're looking forward to the next day.