Singing in the Morning

(Originally published 26 August 2015) 

Here is another of my morning rituals, that I perform to put myself in a positive mood. As I mentioned in my last blog, "I devised [them] to help combat the emotional pain and sometime despair that plagued me all too often when I contemplated the poor management, negligence and dissatisfaction I experience at work." I actually started practicing this one first, but now I start with Breathing In the Day, followed by Singing In the Morning.

It's rather like a Gratitude Journal, simply writing down positives to focus on from the previous day. I include blessings and acts kindness from others, but what I list most often are things I've done that I'm proud of, and progress I made. Acknowledging my accomplishments and babysteps helps me stay motivated and encouraged, especially when there is a lot of stress and numerous obstacles to deal with.

I know many people like to reflect on their day at night, recalling their blessings and joys. I have found these morning activities to put me in a better frame of mind to take with me to work, given that my job gives little satisfaction or feelings of success.

And I strongly believe that expressing praise for our progress and positive efforts is a nurturing and empowering exercise that should be practiced often.