By Karen Guice | Webster Parish Council on Aging
Karen’s Korner,
I hope everyone is having a ”good” week so far. I was reading about this senior adult who said: “Every day is a good day, especially if you wake up.”
I guess it stands to reason that it would not be so good if she didn’t awaken to a new day.
What constitutes a “good” day for you?
I think a lot of it is determined by attitude. What may be a “good” day for me, may not be a “good” one for you.
It is also dependent upon opinions, abilities, choices and actions.
I like to sleep in when I can…some folks are up at the crack of dawn.
I think a cup of coffee comes first…Diet coke is a starter for others.
I like a good breakfast…some folks never eat breakfast.
I like to take my time and get ready…others are always in a hurry.
We are all individuals and we all have attitudes.
Attitude is defined by Marriam Webster: “The particular way a person thinks or feels about something or someone!” And it usually affects our behavior in some form or other.
I had a professor in college who would tell one of us in class, “Missy, you need an attitude adjustment.” And we usually did.
I truly believe that when we have a positive attitude, we will probably have a “good” day, maybe even a “great day.”
Here are some helpful hints to have a great attitude;
Practice Gratitude (WikiHow.com)
Reframe Negative Thoughts ( PositivePsychology.com)
Prioritize Self-Care (Wikihow.com)
Start Your Day Positively (Wikihow.com)
Engage in Prayer and Meditation: (The Knowledge Academy)
Build Supportive Relationships (Wikihow.com)
Celebrate Small Wins (PositivePsychology.com)
Laugh and Enjoy Life (The Knowledge Academy)
I hope you all have a “great” week.