After a five-day road trip, we are back in California gearing up for the holidays. Our journey west took us through five different states. One of my favorite stops was in a small town in New Mexico called Tucumcari. Instead of staying in one of the brand hotels, we opted for a motel on Route 66. It describes itself as a retro-boutique 1960’s motel, decorated in the era that made it famous. What a treat! I was reminded of my own childhood and some of the fond memories that went with it.
As we gear up for the holiday season, I always like to take some time to reflect on the past year and express my gratitude for all it brought. Was the year perfect? I suppose that depends on your definition! Was the year as good as it was possible or meant to be? Yes, because my choices made it that way! Most of us know that success and accomplishment are often accompanied by trials and tribulations. I think overcoming those challenges makes the “wins” for the year that much sweeter. It’s all a matter of perspective and how we choose to embrace it. This is where rocking an attitude of gratitude comes in!
When you have a minute (make one if you don’t!), I’d like to encourage you to write down the things you’re grateful for. This exercise alone will help create an environment of positivity that extends not only inward, but outward as well. Try it! Research shows that making an expression of gratitude part of your regular routine, literally pays itself forward. In other words, if you can think it, you can feel it!
On behalf of our team at Human Solutions, I’d like to express our sincere gratitude to you and your organization for all that you do. Your hard work and dedication, while often unnoticed, makes the difference in the lives of people every day. Keep up the awesome work!
Wishing you all the start of a healthy and happy holiday season filled with joy and gratitude!
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