Encouragement Forum

Each morning, when I first wake up, I need “me” time.

Time for me:

· before the kids wake up, begin to squabble, and need to be cared for.

· before my significant other starts telling me their agenda for the day.

· before my own brain kicks into gear worrying about everything I have to do. I sit up straight, stretch, and breathe.

I remember how grateful I am for what I have.

Keeping a journal is a great tool.

When I write, I spend less time obsessing.

I write about things that I would not be comfortable talking about with someone else.

I keep it safe, where no one else can find it. No one can see it unless I share it with them.

What freedom that gives me!

As a result, I’m knowing myself better—understanding my motives and why I behave as I do.