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Gratitude Discussion Group

Posted by Debbra Williams, Alumna Mentor @debbraw, Nov 24, 2018

Hi everyone! Just before Thanksgiving @michellegraffradford posted a blog called Gratitude Changes Everything. She suggested three techniques to help incorporate gratitude into our daily lives:


  • Start the Day with Gratitude (before getting up think of three people you are grateful for)

  • Maintain a Gratitude Journal to record times when you are grateful

  • Count Blessings – not sheep! (Review the day and remember moments of gratitude)


Her blogpost was so inspiring that a lot of us decided we wanted to form a Gratitude Group to keep the attitude of gratitude going. The blogpost area is not an ideal space for a big discussion group so I am moving the discussion over here to the “Just Want to Talk” Group. Let’s use this space to share and discuss our Gratitude Journey. I’m going to suggest that we each try to take a minute from the day and post here what has made us feel thankful today. It can be as small as a stranger’s smile on the bus or as large as fulfilling a major life dream – or anywhere in between. We can also discuss how we are doing with the three techniques. Sometimes it is easier to form new habits with support from others.

Michelle's full blogpost is at the link below. You may want to review it or print it out to help get started!
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/page/living-with-mild-cognitive-impairment-mci/newsfeed/gratitude-changes-everything/
I look forward to hearing from others in the Gratitude Group and to having others join us here! Thanks to those who already shared great stories. If you haven't yet, what gratitude will you share today?!

Interested in more discussions like this? Go to the Just Want to Talk Support Group.

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Chris Trout, Volunteer Mentor | @artscaping | Nov 10, 2019
In reply to @hopeful33250 "Hello, All in the Gratitude Discussion group. I subscribe to Virginia Laken's blog and I found..." + (show)
@hopeful33250

Hello, All in the Gratitude Discussion group.

I subscribe to Virginia Laken's blog and I found this one so good, I thought I just must share it with you. Here is the link,
https://us16.campaign-archive.com/?e=8d0cf3f7f7&u=fa305ab2b4fe73c3449903522&id=59b7df4bcc
After you read it will you share with me what you thought about?

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Oh my goodness....I am on the same path. What a guiding light. Thank you Teresa. Be grateful today. You have touched many. Chris

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imallears | @imallears | Nov 10, 2019
In reply to @hopeful33250 "Hello, All in the Gratitude Discussion group. I subscribe to Virginia Laken's blog and I found..." + (show)
@hopeful33250

Hello, All in the Gratitude Discussion group.

I subscribe to Virginia Laken's blog and I found this one so good, I thought I just must share it with you. Here is the link,
https://us16.campaign-archive.com/?e=8d0cf3f7f7&u=fa305ab2b4fe73c3449903522&id=59b7df4bcc
After you read it will you share with me what you thought about?

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@hopeful33250
Hi,
Absolutely beautifully stated. It’s so true that positivity and health are related. Having a hopeful, positive attitude towards life and all it brings can help you make better decisions and focus on long term goals. Start with a smile and go from there. Thanks so much for that wonderful reminder.

FL Mary

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Teresa, Volunteer Mentor | @hopeful33250 | Nov 10, 2019
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@artscaping

Oh my goodness....I am on the same path. What a guiding light. Thank you Teresa. Be grateful today. You have touched many. Chris

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I'm grateful for your feedback, @artscaping! I'm so happy to hear that it was helpful to you.
If you would like to subscribe to her blog here is a link,
http://virginialaken.com/

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Teresa, Volunteer Mentor | @hopeful33250 | Nov 10, 2019
In reply to @contentandwell "@parus. That’s great that the Rhizotomy went well. I was not familiar with term that so..." + (show)
@contentandwell

@parus. That’s great that the Rhizotomy went well. I was not familiar with term that so I googled it. It says the full effects can take a couple of weeks to be felt so I hope you feel better every day.

@hopeful33250 I found the article to have a very soothing effect, and even though she was addressing MCI much of it can be applicable to other conditions. We all have our struggles and sometimes need to be reminded to enjoy each day that is gifted to us. This last really hit home this morning. My husband just got a call from a close friend that a friend of his whom we know just dropped dead at 66! The friend and the man who died take long walks every Monday and the man’s health was apparently good. His wife heard a loud crash and went upstairs and found her husband dead.
JK

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Oh, what a terrible shock! I'm so sorry for the loss of your friend. I can't imagine the impact on his family.

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Debbra Williams, Alumna Mentor | @debbraw | Nov 10, 2019
In reply to @hopeful33250 "Hello, All in the Gratitude Discussion group. I subscribe to Virginia Laken's blog and I found..." + (show)
@hopeful33250

Hello, All in the Gratitude Discussion group.

I subscribe to Virginia Laken's blog and I found this one so good, I thought I just must share it with you. Here is the link,
https://us16.campaign-archive.com/?e=8d0cf3f7f7&u=fa305ab2b4fe73c3449903522&id=59b7df4bcc
After you read it will you share with me what you thought about?

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Hi @hopeful33250 - I haven't been on here much. I'm taking a break. My husband had an accident and we are both recuperating. But I did see Virginia's blog and I loved it. It reminded me of what is important. Thanks for sharing this.

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Teresa, Volunteer Mentor | @hopeful33250 | Nov 10, 2019

Wishing you and Ernie all the best, @debbraw. Take as long of a break as you need!

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Mamacita, Alumna Mentor | @mamacita | Nov 10, 2019
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@hopeful33250

Wishing you and Ernie all the best, @debbraw. Take as long of a break as you need!

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@teresa, I am seeing a specialist tomorrow for my optic nerve. The PCP did a retinal scan and found some changes in the optic nerve. I was wondering if anyone else knew anything about these things. I Googled everything Mayo Clinic had but stopped after four or five different conditions and treatments.

Since learning of this situation I have rarely strayed from my strict keto diabetic diet. I need my sight and changes in the optic nerve is a good motivator to keep the blood sugar as normal as possible. I will not be making any decisions regarding treatment until I have had a second opinion from a Mayo Clinic trained opthamologist. @Colleen Young, @ginger, Volunteer Mentor, and everyone, love and light,
Mamacita Jane

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JK | @contentandwell | Nov 10, 2019
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@mamacita

@teresa, I am seeing a specialist tomorrow for my optic nerve. The PCP did a retinal scan and found some changes in the optic nerve. I was wondering if anyone else knew anything about these things. I Googled everything Mayo Clinic had but stopped after four or five different conditions and treatments.

Since learning of this situation I have rarely strayed from my strict keto diabetic diet. I need my sight and changes in the optic nerve is a good motivator to keep the blood sugar as normal as possible. I will not be making any decisions regarding treatment until I have had a second opinion from a Mayo Clinic trained opthamologist. @Colleen Young, @ginger, Volunteer Mentor, and everyone, love and light,
Mamacita Jane

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@mamacita I know nothing about this but I hope that things go well with the specialist tomorrow. Is this an ophthalmologist? I think it's very smart to get a second opinion too. I often do that for anything serious, but I have gotten to the point where I go to Mass General first so I tend to trust them so then I do not generally get another opinion. I feel fortunate to have a top-notch medical facility so close to me.
Let us know what you hear tomorrow, hopefully nothing too concerning.
JK

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Teresa, Volunteer Mentor | @hopeful33250 | Nov 10, 2019
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@mamacita

@teresa, I am seeing a specialist tomorrow for my optic nerve. The PCP did a retinal scan and found some changes in the optic nerve. I was wondering if anyone else knew anything about these things. I Googled everything Mayo Clinic had but stopped after four or five different conditions and treatments.

Since learning of this situation I have rarely strayed from my strict keto diabetic diet. I need my sight and changes in the optic nerve is a good motivator to keep the blood sugar as normal as possible. I will not be making any decisions regarding treatment until I have had a second opinion from a Mayo Clinic trained opthamologist. @Colleen Young, @ginger, Volunteer Mentor, and everyone, love and light,
Mamacita Jane

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Prayers for wisdom are going your way, @mamacita! I'm not very familiar with optic nerve problems, so you will have to help us all learn from your experience. Getting a second opinion from a Mayo trained doctor is a fantastic idea.

How are your husband and daughter feeling?

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Ginger, Volunteer Mentor | @gingerw | Nov 10, 2019
In reply to @mamacita "@Teresa, I am seeing a specialist tomorrow for my optic nerve. The PCP did a retinal..." + (show)
@mamacita

@teresa, I am seeing a specialist tomorrow for my optic nerve. The PCP did a retinal scan and found some changes in the optic nerve. I was wondering if anyone else knew anything about these things. I Googled everything Mayo Clinic had but stopped after four or five different conditions and treatments.

Since learning of this situation I have rarely strayed from my strict keto diabetic diet. I need my sight and changes in the optic nerve is a good motivator to keep the blood sugar as normal as possible. I will not be making any decisions regarding treatment until I have had a second opinion from a Mayo Clinic trained opthamologist. @Colleen Young, @ginger, Volunteer Mentor, and everyone, love and light,
Mamacita Jane

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@mamacita Gentle as you go. I recall the opthalmologist telling me that diabetics often have more pronounced eye changes, and this may be your situation, also? We will all be here for you, cheering you on.
Ginger

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