193: The Simple Practice I Never Skip

In today’s episode, we’re diving into the transformative power of gratitude and how developing a simple gratitude practice can reshape your mindset, spark creativity, and guide you through life’s challenges. I share personal stories about how gratitude helped me through some of my most overwhelming times, including the early days of building my creative career.

Gratitude doesn’t just happen—it’s intentional. I explain how pausing to reflect on what we’re thankful for can shift our perspective from what’s missing to what’s abundant, creating a foundation for joy and resilience. I also share my own daily practice, which involves setting aside a few moments each morning to journal about what I’m grateful for, specific moments of growth, and even the challenges that have shaped my journey.

I talk about how gratitude has not only influenced my personal growth but also my work as a creative and an educator. Hearing stories from students whose lives have been transformed through surface pattern design fills me with gratitude and reminds me why I love doing this work.

To help you start or deepen your own gratitude practice, I’ve created a free printable gratitude prompt. This tool can help you build a daily habit that’s simple yet impactful.

As we’re in the middle of the launch for Surface Design Immersion, I’m feeling immense gratitude for this community and for every student who has joined or is considering joining. If you’ve been on the fence, I encourage you to take the leap—there’s room for you in this creative space.

Gratitude and anxiety cannot coexist–choosing gratitude helps shift our mindset toward peace.

Key Takeaways

• Gratitude is a powerful practice that shifts your focus from what’s lacking to what’s abundant.
• A gratitude journal can be a simple, effective way to build this habit—just jot down one to three things each day.
• Reflecting on challenges with gratitude helps us grow and appreciate how far we’ve come.
• Intentional habits, like setting a specific time and place for journaling, are key to maintaining consistency.

Resources:

• Surface Design Immersion Course: Learn More and Join: https://www.bonniechristine.com/immersion 
• Download the Free Gratitude Journal Prompt: A printable guide to help you start or deepen your daily gratitude practice.

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