1.     Forgive people who wronged you. If you don’t, it’s like you’re giving them a piggyback all day. They weigh you down. It doesn’t mean you’re excusing their bad behavior or terrible things they said. It means you forgive them for it.

2.     Give thanks to God for 10 things. We can focus on a cup half-empty, or we can take a good look at what is there. Giving thanks for the really simple things. This is a good place to start. “I get to live another day.” Start there!

 3.     Live today with your eyes on what is before you. Don’t waste a lot of energy looking backward. We can certainly learn from the past, but we don’t want to live there. Otherwise, put one foot before the other and keep going!

 4.     Being kind and thoughtful is always nice. Who nearby can use a word of encouragement? A plate of cookies or some flowers? They say it’s more blessed to give than receive. I have always found this to be true.

 5.     Be kind and compassionate to others, and to yourself. Don’t speak poorly of others and yourself. It makes a huge difference. We can talk our way into any ditch. It does not take a seminar to learn how!