Having hopefully left behind the mental state(s) that drive me to numb myself with alcohol and to immerse myself in other unhelpful and unpleasant behaviors, I spend a lot of effort trying to remain well. The most fundamental thing that keeps me on the cheerful side instead of being irritable and full of complaints is my approach to being grateful for all the things around me. So, in my attempt to take nothing for granted I give thanks for these things of Friday morning:
1. I did not sleep as well as I would have wanted to last night, but still slept well enough to have energy for the day.
2. I have enough clothes to keep me warm and comfortable.
3. I am more capable today than I was a year ago of turning my full attention to good things instead of the ugly distractions that come up.
4. I have 3+ years of sobriety!
5. My health is pretty good.
For these and the other things that make up all of Friday, I give thanks.
Happy 24 hours!
Man Alive
