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In times of grief, find gratitude

Whenever something shocking, tragic or upsetting happens around me, because I've had the misfortune of experiencing it multiple times, I have had to devise a strategy to cope, that does not numb me to pain, but allows me to process it and enables me to transform.

I try to be more mindfully present - taking everything in, not taking anything for granted, cherishing all the little tiny things we can so easily miss, and paying very close and focused attention to the people I am the most attached to.

I find gratitude - a rampage of gratitude will heal your heart. I like to do a loving kindness meditation in the hopes that the sheer emotional power behind my positive thoughts will cause a ripple effect out into the world.

So today, as we struggle to come to terms with the fact that yes, tragedy does strike at any moment and anywhere - this does not mean we should live in fear. Today, I remember the things I am grateful for and treasure them, knowing nothing is a guarantee in life.

Thank you to those who love me.
Thank you to those who taught me how to love.
Thank you to those who brought me home to myself.

Thank you to those who hurt me.
Thank you to those who heal me.
Thank you to those who inspire me.
Thank you to those who frustrate me.

Thank you for everything that has scared the shit out of me.
Thank you for the moments that made my heart sing.
Thank you for the beautiful memories.
Thank you for everything I get to keep with me.

Thank you for words.
Thank you for music.
Thank you for dance.
Thank you for passion.
Thank you for easy.
Thank you for comfort.

Thank you for the grief.
Thank you for the hugs.
Thank you for the blessings.
Thank you for the struggles.

Thank you for pushing me beyond my limits.
Thank you for helping me grow.
Thank you for forgiving me.
Thank you for your hate.
Thank you for the kindness.
Thank you for your anger.

Thank you for your patience.
Thank you for the guilt.
Thank you for the freedom.
Thank you for the constraints.

Thank you for everything I have felt because it's made me who I am.

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