Gratituesday 7.18.17 - The Need for Zen

Over the weekend, I taught my 4th Zen Bride workshop. While I created it over 4 years ago, it's been a challenge to find regular participation. However, as I listened to this round of brides share and validate their feelings, it was apparent how much these women needed this forum and to hear that they were not alone in their experiences. I continued to see nodding heads of agreement as each bride spoke or asked for advice. I know that it's important work and so meaningful for the brides. And I cannot tell you how exciting and rewarding that is. I just need to focus on getting the word out. There will certainly be future posts on The Zen Bride, but in the meantime, I reflect on where I am and where I'd like to be. Let's go!

GRATITUDES
1. The brides who showed their vulnerability and allowed me to give them the tools to better enjoy and celebrate their engagement.
2. Family friends and the invitation to go boating on Long Island's south shore.
3. The New York Public library. Free books, y'all!
4. My AC unit and fan. I will not be grateful for my ConEd bill, but at least I am comfortable.
5. The camaraderie of my women's networking group

CELEBRATIONS
1. Six new counseling inquiries this week
2. Reaching out to other officiants to create community over competition
3. Increasing my knowledge of essential oils
4. Day 2 of the Deepak/Oprah meditation challenge completed
5. Being mostly successful with operation "No Plastic July"

DESIRES
1. To give more attention to health - both eating better and being more active
2. A clean kitchen sink. Gosh, I really need assistance here.
3. Focus to read the pile of books I have
4. A home I love
5. To have fewer headaches or migraines

Okay, folks that's it. Now's your turn. Please add questions, comments, or share your own lists below. Here's to a great week!