It's a common complaint amongst those in their twenties/thirties that the pressure is on. This is partly imposed by others, and partly self-imposed. Career progression, falling in love, starting a family, buying a home and the list goes on and on. Amidst all of this - as wonderful as all of the above can be - we can often lose sight of how much we already have to be grateful for. We chase the next thing, appreciate it for all of a second, and then move on to the next life improvement. With a fresh new year ahead of us to play with, I challenge you (and myself, because y'girl needs to practice what she preaches) to practice gratitude. Day-in and day-out. So, while you're busy seeking and achieving this year (take a peek at my guide to setting goals and rewards), you don't find yourself climbing endless mountains without ever feeling satisfied...
First and foremost, practising gratitude forces you to pause and take a moment to reflect before rushing towards your next goal. By doing this, we're able to see everything we've accomplished that may have since slipped our minds - that day, week, month or even year. Our minds flood with positive memories and result in a mental 'pat on the back'. This positive viewpoint instantly helps us to feel happier; both about what has been, and what's to come. Positivity won't get you everywhere in life, but you've got to admit, it goes a damn long way. This shift in thinking becomes more and more noticeable after practicing gratitude on a daily basis. It's impossible to view your life negatively when you're constantly reminding and congratulating yourself on all that you've achieved and experienced!
So, thanks to gratitude we have a greater sensation of happiness creeping into our daily lives. Although, another angle to take is also the minimised avoidance of fears. Our brains are wired to protect us and therefore only when we feel able do we usually seek new challenges. Get where I'm going with this? Happier you, equals less fearful you and therefore... a you that achieves more!
So, in short, practising gratitude will help improve your self-esteem, increase positivity, bounce back more quickly from stressful situations and therefore... change your life. Voila! I'd love to hear your thoughts on this topic. Let me know in the comments below...
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With love,
Gabrielle x
First and foremost, practising gratitude forces you to pause and take a moment to reflect before rushing towards your next goal. By doing this, we're able to see everything we've accomplished that may have since slipped our minds - that day, week, month or even year. Our minds flood with positive memories and result in a mental 'pat on the back'. This positive viewpoint instantly helps us to feel happier; both about what has been, and what's to come. Positivity won't get you everywhere in life, but you've got to admit, it goes a damn long way. This shift in thinking becomes more and more noticeable after practicing gratitude on a daily basis. It's impossible to view your life negatively when you're constantly reminding and congratulating yourself on all that you've achieved and experienced!
So, thanks to gratitude we have a greater sensation of happiness creeping into our daily lives. Although, another angle to take is also the minimised avoidance of fears. Our brains are wired to protect us and therefore only when we feel able do we usually seek new challenges. Get where I'm going with this? Happier you, equals less fearful you and therefore... a you that achieves more!
If I can do that, then perhaps I can do this.
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With love,
Gabrielle x
It's always important to be grateful for what you have in life, like you said, there is that certain pressure being in your twenties and thirties with getting married, having children and buying your own house etc, a really great post! x
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What fab ankle boots! Great points too, it's easy to get caught up in the day to day things and not see all the blessings we have around us - it's so important to be grateful and think about all the things we have! :)
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ReplyDeleteVery well said, Gabrielle! I love this outfit so much! Those white boots are just dreamy! I hope you are enjoying your weekend!
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Gratitude is so important, it makes life a little better too. Even if you don't have it all, being grateful for what you do have can make you appreciate things when they come to you. These photos are gorgeous x
ReplyDeletePracticing gratitude is so important. Not only it makes us appreciate the moment more, but life in general. You look so lovely in your white styling completed with white boots. Plus, that faux fur coat is gorgeous. Stunning styling!!!!!!!!!!!
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I absolutely love this post Gabrielle and I completely agree! We're always looking for something more or jumping onto the next thing when we already have so much to be grateful for!
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Couldn't agree more! Courage is such a key to a more happy and joyful life. I definitely think it can broader your perspective and make you more humble but also courageous. Such a great reminder love, thank you! Xx
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Great post Gabrielle! It's so important to practice gratitude, one of my goals for this year is to keep a gratitude journal that I can always look back on.
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I'm all about that self-esteem + positivity boost- so practicing gratitude is amazing! Just so good to live in the now and really take stock of how blessed we are, in this moment.
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A great post Gabrielle, it's important to show appreciation in all we do. Love others and expect nothing back in return, to lift one another up in times of hardship.
ReplyDeleteIt's incredibly important that's for sure.
Life is incredibly testing sometimes but what matters is how we get up from those times, and breathe strength into one another.
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Power of gratitude is amazing. It can completely transform person and life. I like your boots so much, they are stunning, as well as way how you style them.
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OMG, what a legs!
ReplyDeleteSo true. It's always important to practice an attitude of gratitude! Anyway, outfit and location on point as always, Gabrielle!
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I loved this post Gabrielle and I'll tell you that's some food for thought. A happy new year to you and I accept this challenge wholeheartedly cos I've been working on myself girl and the truths I'm finding are really telling. Love ya
ReplyDeleteGratitude is very important :) nice photos!
ReplyDeleteI couldn't agree more Gabrielle! I used to rush from one goal to another, it's like with holidays, you are away but instead of enjoying time off you are already researching another holiday...
ReplyDeleteAfter my best friend passed away I gained a whole new perspective on life and how fragile it can be...now I enjoy and appreciate every minute of it xx
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Gratitude is so big. Sometimes we definitely push it to the side and forget to be grateful.
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This is super cute and sassy dear! Love the elegance of the boots too.
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I think we live in a sad society that's constantly bombarding you with the idea of how you could do and have so much more even when you're completely happy with where you're at. Posts like this are a wonderful reminder of how fortunate we truly are and how we should appreciate it more <3
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Ah yes too true. This is something the first world does indeed to do more of, especially young people growing up in the digital age where everything is a click away, breeds impatience. So yes mindfulness and gratitude is needed. And love the boots and coat!
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white shoes looks so classy
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An attitude of gratitude. I used to practice this religiously when I was younger but have since lost the habit. Life can get so hard some times and it's just easier to wallow in pity then sit up and take note of all the good around you. Thank you for reminding us of this, gratitude is something I need to ponder about more and more each and every day.
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Have a lovely day!
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My dad has always told me that, "A grateful person is a happy person," and it's a life lesson I've experienced for myself & am forever aiming to be better at!! I couldn't agree more with these sentiments--gratitude really gets you far & helps you have a healthy outlook on what you have & where you're going xx
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Such a wise post! I couldn't agree with you more and as always, you look amazing!
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So true Gabrielle! Practicing gratitude is a wonderful way not only to remind us of what we have already achieved but of how blessed we are.
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This is so wise and insightful- I couldn't agree more with your points! There really is pressure and I think it's important to take a step back and to look at your goals and at what makes you truly happy. You look beautiful in these photos- those shoes are so cute!
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It also makes moments less fleeting. Stepping back and taking it in what you just accomplished helps you see what you've just built. I also think it causes you to beat out the negativity that creeps in. I love your photos, they are so good!
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Those boots are so cute! I love them xo
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I love this post so much, you look like a doll! <3
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ReplyDeletePractising gratitude is so important, and positivity def does go a long long way. Also, love the outfit and that gate is just so beautiful.
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How fab do your legs look in those cute white boots! I'm trying to practice being more grateful too. I'm supposed to say outloud 3 times I'm grateful for daily and erm, most of the time I forget. But I'm really trying to remmeber as I went through a down/bad patch a few weeks ago and it's supposed to be part of my self-healing. But I'll start again today (;
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This post resonates with my latest one. Only last year I was able to actively put gratitude first, and let everything else flow. Best decision ever!!
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I love your style Dear:)
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