The
tragic plane crash in Ukraine, the situation in Gaza, the ongoing situation
between Russia and Ukraine, world events in general really, it can get you down.
So
I was pleasantly surprised and relieved to be nominated to do a positivity
challenge by a friend on Facebook.
Every
day for five days, I had to list three positive things, and nominate three
other people who could do the same if they wished.
Sometimes,
we just need to do this - to take stock, and be thankful for what we've got.
It's
very easy to get caught up on the 'hamster wheel' of life, constantly chasing
from one thing to another, keeping up with 'The Joneses', not being content
with your lot in life.
But
ultimately all that really matters is your family, friends and your health,
because without that you've got nothing.
Yes,
money can perhaps get you seen quicker by a specialist, but it can't buy you
your health.
We
all have little moans and groans about things, that's human nature. But every day thinking about three things
that you're thankful for really helps put things in perspective.
Another
friend of mine posted a picture of a female Great Crested Newt that she and her
family found at Brookfield Plantation.
Genuinely, I was so pleased to see this that I couldn't have been
happier if she'd told me she'd found a pot of gold.
Such
a lovely little creature, living happily without a care in the world. Yet further proof why we need to protect its
home, and why I make no apology for keeping on talking about Brookfield
Plantation and its wildlife.
Taking
pleasure in our countryside and nature and appreciating what we've got is so
important.
Our
lives may not be perfect, but we don't live in a war zone, with rockets flying
over our heads. Our daughters can go to
school without fear and discrimination.
Our children are educated and we have healthcare. For these facts alone, we need to be
thankful, and remember that there's always somebody somewhere worse off.
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