Small comforts & joys
Hello all!
I hope everyone is hanging in there today.
It can be difficult to feel bogged down by depression…
Fortunately, at any given moment, we all have something to be grateful for. It might sound cliché, but taking a moment to practice gratitude can really lift some weight off our shoulders. And remind us of the good things we have in life. 💜
With that in mind, what is something that you’re grateful for today? It can be something small or something big. They’re all important if they help us float through murky waters. 😊
@spicyavocado3788
Hehe some cliches make a lot of sense, to each their own still though! Thank you for this encouraging post allowing a space to reflect on something we are grateful for, Avo!💛
Today, when it was raining, the weather was super breezy and I love peeking through the window when it rains, the window was open so I also felt the breeze mixed with lil raindrops on my face and it was an unexplainably-liberating feeling, I'm grateful for this lil experience today that made me feel so calm and comforted, as the breeze felt like a nice hug! 🥰
How about you?
That sounds so amazing. Rain is very comforting for me too! Especially with a nice breeze 🥰 that reminds me of being a kid and loving to be outside while it was raining. It kinda forces you to be present in the moment 💞 nature has a way of doing that.
Today I’m grateful for my new kitchen chopper. I used it to chop chipotle peppers in adobo sauce and cherry tomatoes. I’m making chipotle chicken in the crockpot. Low and slow. I was thinking quesadillas sounded delicious tonight. cooking can be very therapeutic for me. I love coming up with new things to cook. 😋
@spicyavocado3788
I love what you said about rain, nature, grounding in the moment and gratitude~ I feel the same way!🥰
Aw that's fun to know, you like cooking hehe, it's nice you're able to experiment new recipes. What's the easiest thing to cook with minimal ingredients lol? XD
You’re so sweet 🥹🧡💛🌞☀️
SO..Chicken thighs are my favorite thing to cook because they’re very forgiving (unlike leaner proteins that dry out easily) and so delicious if you bake or AF! 😊 I’ll marinate them in the fridge with whatever I have—plain Greek yogurt, citrus juice, soy sauce, W sauce, seasonings, etc. Honestly just love using up whatever I have!
But I always recommend people who are just getting into cooking to try marinated chicken thighs. They’ll be juicy and delicious. But the first thing I learned to cook was old school potato soup like my grandma made. That’s pretty simple too. You can never go wrong with an egg scramble either 😁
What are your favorite foods to cook or eat???
@spicyavocado3788 your a chef. I'll try some of your chicken thighs please😁
@Sunisshiningandsoareyou that sounds awsome rain is nice. But me I like the sun shinning that saw me ❤❤ sunny has a special place in my Heart
@Tinywhisper11 awww I love youu my specialerrrr Lolaaabeannn!🤗❤🤗
dogs, and a good story
I often think dogs are my favorite thing about being on earth and having a human experience. They are pure joy and love. We don’t deserve them but I’m so grateful that we have them 😊
good stories are always appreciated too!
Thank you for sharing ☀️
@0B yaaaay! Fur babies ❤❤❤
My father finally moving from the nursing home back to assisted living where he will hopefully be more stable and mom will be happier and less stressed.
Yes, less stress on the family is always a weight lifted. 😁 I hope your dad is happier in assisted living. I’m young but I’ve always thought assisted living seemed like a nice bit of luxury lol maybe one day 🤞
He seems okay so far. Thanks. @spicyavocado3788
@spicyavocado3788 I live in a care home😁 it's definitely luxury ❤❤
@bestVase7265 that's great news ❤❤ yaay! I hope everything works out ok ❤
It is quite nice to see him finally settling into his own room with his own stuff. @Tinywhisper11
Today I am grateful for my job, my amazing support systems and the beautiful sunshine.. I’m very grateful that I am not the person I used to and that I have the strength to fight any demons and challenges in my life
@ghettosmurf hugggs you ❤❤ that's great. I'm thankful that you are part of the cups family ❤and that you have a support system ❤❤ sending you good wishes
This is such a great mindset. Love your name btw 😊 And it sounds like you have a lot to be grateful for.💙 Those who practice gratitude regularly begin to realize that there’s really so much to be grateful for. And focusing our attention on the positives helps us enjoy our silver linings and the ‘everyday’ joys, opposed to only appreciating them in hindsight. Life goes by so fast. Every breath is a blessing.
Thank you for sharing and helping me to get into a good headspace before I start my day 😁💙💙
I'm glad you do too! It's so great to hear when people have overcome their personal challenges.
@spicyavocado3788
i am glad that i have my own piano so that i can practice on it by myself anytime i want.
i am glad that the book “self-compassion” exists. it’s a life saver
Yay! Piano is such a beautiful instrument. I’ve always loved hearing my mum play 😊 I’m happy that can be a healthy and positive part of your day whenever you wish. Practicing a skill also builds our self-efficacy which can help us feel stronger, more confident, and increase our willpower in other areas of our lives too. That book sounds like something I need to read, too! Sending lots of happy vibes and gratitude your way 😍🌞🌻🍁
@spicyavocado3788
it really is!! i wish i knew you in real life so i can learn to play something for you <3
that book totally changed my perspective on how to deal with different emotions, it includes several practices we can do to train ourselves! enjoy reading if you will!
@plumFan7226 oh wow! Your learning to play the piano. That's awsome ❤❤❤
@Tinywhisper11 @YSC1
thank you guys, your comments are encouraging <3
That's awesome you play the piano. You will be an expert in no time I'm sure!
@spicyavocado3788 my list I'm grateful for rn is very very long. But today's list, I got to watch the sunrise with my cup of coffee, the sky was on fire.it was beautiful. Also grateful that I spend every moment with my baby bunny. And today I felt well enough to do some art yaaay! nd the positivity room was open this morning, my favourite room full of love and happiness😁
Watching the sunrise with a cuppa coffee is an amazing feeling and experience! One I need to set my alarm to have haha 😆 when I’m at my mom’s, the dogs wake me up well before the sun so they can have their breakfast, go outside, play, snuggles, then take a nap—all before the sun but I’m up for the day at that point haha 😛 and your bunny is sooo cute. Animals are so precious and bring a lot of happiness. Art is also one of my favorite outlets. I love that you got some creation in today & spent time in the positivity room 💝🦄🐰💚💚🌸🌸😊
I'm glad you can recognize that you have a lot of things to be grateful for.
Thanks for the post. I am grateful for my mom for helping me do my chores when I feel exhausted.
I'm grateful to have been looking out for my finances when I was younger because of it I was able to get a car for 0 down and it runs like a dream
@spicyavocado3788
I am grateful for my kitty! She is a great little companion and helps keep away the lonliness.
Very grateful for my fur babies