Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow. Melody Beattie, author
Today, Mother’s Day in the U.S., will be difficult for many women especially in the era of COVID-19 when families are apart. Even in normal times, Mother’s Day is frequently challenging for women who have lost their mothers, are estranged from their mothers, have no children but wish they did, and those who have lost a child. I’m thinking of you all.
Today will be sad for me as well but gratitude will help me cope. I’m grateful for the friendly smile I inherited from my mom, I’m grateful for my wonderful family, I’m grateful for my good health and, even though it’s a day for mothers, I am grateful for having had an amazing dad.
Affirmation: Naming all that I’m grateful for has cheered me.
Coaching questions: What helps you feel grateful on a difficult day? What difference can you make in someone else’s day today?
Life after losing a mother 