Relax. Be Happy. Enjoy your Life!

This month it's about relaxing, being happy and enjoying your life. Happy August!

The first blog entry of every month matches the KMIR News Specials. You'll get journaling exercises, download links and a bunch of great stuff that match the monthly theme. Yay! Be sure to read all of [this] type :) Or, in other words, this blog post. The download descriptions are on the images and not typed up within this blog entry. They are, however, used as a guide for what this entry is focusing on. Enjoy!

Psychic Tip: Get Creative! One of the best ways to quiet your mind, create what you want and get answers from yourself is to do something that keeps your hands busy, conscious mind focused and still allows some drifty time. Word Search Books are fabulous for this, crafts of all types and, of course, coloring books and activity pages. (Here's the Amazon link if you don't want to download and print stuff.) Here's some stuff to get you started on the coloring activities. So Fun! Intricate Design Series: The complimentary Intricate Design Series is created to inspire contemplation and creation. There's a plethora of subjects within the line: activity sheets and exercises, coloring pages, creativity sheets and manifesting papers and sets. Enjoy! 

• Activity eBooks 
• Coloring Pages 
• Creativity Sets 
• Manifesting Paper Sets 
• Simple Printables
• Intricate Designs eBook [Sample]

If you're curious about what the news says, Click here to go to KMIR News You'll see pictures with descriptions sprinkled throughout this blog entry, those are descriptions to downloads (hypnosis and guided meditations) that are in the June Package that's put together for KMIR News Viewers. Now, since I am the one who makes them, the special is extended to you. (Yay!) The difference about these 'specials' versus other discounts or coupons that you'll find throughout the various shops associated with Spiritual Answers and Solutions .com is
1. It Changes Every Month
2. The price point is created specifically for the News Station (The Viewers)

3. It's Super Specific [themed] 

If you have any trouble reading the pictures in this blog,

here's the link to The Downloads for August. (Streaming means that you have unlimited access to the downloads in that package as long as you have internet access. It's kind-of like Cable on Demand or Netflix. You sign in to your account and they're all right there until they're changed over the next month. Click here to read a better, clearer description.) Here's the Description for August: All of the monthly themes teach you self hypnosis and keep your mind in the direction that you want it to be going. It's about whole life wellness. This month it's about enjoying your life, being relaxed and happy. Have a wonderful August!

Psychic Tip: To be able to channel or heighten your senses or develop your 'psychic powers' you have to work with your subconscious mind, tune into the subtle energies within and fine-tune the messages you receive.  That's one of the reasons there are always downloads on sale. (Yay!) Not everyone can get into the office to see me but everyone can listen to a download :) If you're skeptical, no worries. There's a free 24 hour trial. Plus, it never automatically renews and no one does anything with your email or information. (The account set up is for your convenience, not mine.) 

It's Journal Time! If you don't already have one... Get a Journal! At Changes Made Easy .com we believe it's about consciousness. We think life should be fun... more fun... bunches and bunches of fun! We also believe that every choice each and every one of us make, everyday has the potential to substantially change the world... our world. This is a great opportunity to bring you unique and thoughtful products. We have a huge selection of various products to support all types of causes and differences in thought. Click Here to Visit The Spunky Plum.

In order to really be happy and enjoy your life, you've got to get the messages your Spirit and Body is bringing you. Save this blog entry. Keep doing these exercises regularly. They are so valuable and important. Many of the downloads in all of the packages will have something to do with what you're working on here. Your inner levels are always communicating you. When you're in clear communication with all levels of self, the only thing left to do is be happy. 

So, what does taking care of your body have to do with

psychic stuff? Simple: Spirit works through your brain. In other words, you're only going to get the messages as clearly as the health of your brain. Now, lets say you've got a healthy brain but your body is uncomfortable. Well, then all you're going to be hearing is your body trying to tell you what's wrong with him or her. It is going to trump all the other messages you are receiving. The healthier you keep your body, the easier it will be for you to hear 'other' psychic messages. 

Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Keeping your body healthy means eating right, getting regular exercise, drinking plenty of water and sleeping well. It's really about balance. If you're out of balance with your body, you're out of balance with Nature and it'll toss you out of balance with Spirit. Now, everyone's body is different. Really, completely different. The diet your body needs, the amount of sleep (and schedule) and the types of exercise it likes. Your job is to figure out what your body want and needs from you. Journaling Exercise: 
Once a day, sit with your pen and journal and quietly ask yourself, "What do I need today?" Write down your answer. It may be something about your physical being other times it will be about some aspect of your life.
Shopping Exercise: The next time you're at the grocery store, ask yourself, "What is good for my body?" If you already have

a solid relationship with yourself, starting asking body [directly] what foods it needs to stay healthy. Ask yourself in your mind. All parts of you are always listening. Okay, now that you're getting your body stuff on track, what about the emotional stuff? Your emotions are messengers. They let you know when something is going on inside of you. Each time something 'comes' up for you, grab your journal. 
Journling Exercise: Ask yourself, "What is this feeling trying to tell me?" If you get something like "I'm Afraid." Then ask yourself what you're afraid of or why. You'll be taking notes and dialoging with yourself. I cannot stress enough the value and importance of self-soothing and communication. 

Having a good rapport with yourself is rewarding and fun!

It's going to be constant in your life (and, you'll start to enjoy depending on you) because you are the only one that can truly sooth you. Your emotions are messengers~ they are bringing you the message. Once you learn to chat with yourself, you'll notice you feel better all of the time, life is easier, you are more comfortable and confident. You really are your best support system. 

Let's Get Creative! Taking time for yourself is so very, very important. Spending that quiet, relaxed time contemplating lovely things may just be what you need. Try it. You may be pleasantly surprised with your results! Complimentary Coloring Books for Kids & Adults! This is a great way to get yourself into the habit of manifesting. They'll also help you get comfortable being crafty and using that time to focus your mind on what you want. Try them. They're free. Yay!

Complimentary Color Manifesting eBook

Color Manifesting: Title It! helps you focus on what you want to create while being relaxed and creative. It comes with instructions, examples and activity sheets. Have Fun! And, remember, if you can think it, you can create it. 22 pages Click here to download your eBook  Enjoy!

Taking a Break is Healthy! You may find that the messages are simply to have a time-out or to take a break. (So Important!)  Just stepping away from the world for thirty minutes can change everything. Whatever your messages are, write them down and take them seriously. Never ignore the inner parts of you or what they are saying. If you can't quite understand what the message is, don't fret. Keep asking yourself, you'll get the answer. 
 Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ And, of course, the last piece of the balance and happy communication with yourself is who you surround yourself with.  Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ

Journaling Exercise: Make a list of all of the people you are

around on a regular basis (leave room for notes). Go through your list and write out a bit about each person and how you feel: 
~ Before you see them.
~ When you're with them
~ And after you leave them. 
Go through everything [later], be honest with yourself, and start thinking about the changes you need to make. For example: See the ones that make you feel happy more and the ones that make you feel icky, less. :) You'll be amazed to find how everything falls into place once you start becoming aware of how people affect you and you make a conscious effort to change it.

Summer Soothing Sale!

Save 10% on all of our Audios that Relax your Mind & Body

Yay! August! Ahhh.... Summer! What a wonderful time to relax. We have a plethora of downloads that do everything from balancing your life to escaping a little while from the world (it really is like taking a vacation) to soothing yourself to sleep.  Just enter coupon code discount10 at check out and you'll get 10% off your entire order. Happy Listening! Click here to peruse our selections.

Need Some Inside Stuff for the Kids?

[Free] Activity Books for Kids! Click here to peruse our selections. Why the eBooks are free and how We got Started: Due to rising costs and educational cut backs, Changes Made Easy .com and Full of Love Pet Supplies .com has created a series of eBooks for parents and educators to help make their jobs a little bit easier, save you some time and add some

fun. The eBooks are set up so that you are able to print the whole book or just the pages you'd like to use that day. Our eBooks contain exercises that focus on improving communication, vocabulary, spelling patters, keeping the innocent and imaginative part of childhood alive, story writing and enhancing creative and critical thinking skills. The eBooks are set up so that you are able to print the whole book or just the pages you'd like to use that day. We hope you enjoy using them as much as we enjoy making and giving them to you. Click here to go to Free Educational Activity eBooks for Kids. If you're interested in some more hands-on activities, Check out our Crafts & Recipes Board. There's some super cute and fun ideas that you can do all year 'round! It's great for all ages!



  Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ  Now, if you really cannot afford to buy any downloads or even the ten dollars a month streaming package, click here to go our YouTube Channel. Listen to them there (Guided Meditation and Hypnosis Playlist.). Use these until you are able to take the next step. BTW, they're still super good but you're limited by the same content all the time. Your mind wants and needs variety. You'd be surprised what a super fast learner your subconscious mind is! :)

Have a wonderful August! Keep journaling and enjoy this lovely weather!

Yay! It's Leap Year!

How fabulous! There's a whole extra day this year! Let's set some goals, do some journaling and get those manifestations going for the next four years! Woo-Hoo! 

How exciting! This is a great way to set some very specific goals because it is such a unique time. February 29th only comes along once every four years. Let's use it to your manifesting advantage!

Be sure you have your journal handy for this post. It's a lot of fun and many of the exercises are easy. They are well worth putting in the 5-10 minutes per exercise to create what you want. If you're not doing them on Leap Day, be sure to date each and every journal entry and exercise. You may want to write the time in. Won't that be fun to see what transpires over the next four years and what time you get all of your creations?!

If you don't have one... Get a Journal! At Changes Made Easy .com we believe it's about consciousness. We think life should be fun... more fun... bunches and bunches of fun! We also believe that every choice each and every one of us make, everyday has the potential to substantially change the world... our world. This is a great opportunity to bring you unique and thoughtful products. We have a huge selection of various products to support all types of causes and differences in thought. Click Here to Visit The Spunky Plum.

We have some great complimentary adult coloring books and manifesting sets. They're perfect for creating the future that you want. Peruse them, take your time. There's a tin to choose from. Find the pages that fit you the best: that you're going to enjoy doing and that complement and enhance who and what you want to be. 

The Intricate Design Series

The complimentary Intricate Design Series is created to inspire contemplation and creation. There's a plethora of subjects within the line: activity sheets and exercises, coloring pages, creativity sheets and manifesting papers and sets. Enjoy! 

• Activity eBooks
• Coloring Pages
• Creativity Sets
• Manifesting Paper Sets
• Intricate Designs eBook [Sample]

You'll see a plethora of exercises sprinkled through out this blog post, you can download them from here or we have a Pinterest Board that's just for manifesting exercises. They're super easy to download. Enjoy!

Follow Spiritual Answers and Solutions's board Exercises ❤ on Pinterest.

Happy Leaping! 

Be sure to get the complimentary Journaling To... Leaping Ahead Set. (It's included at the end of this post.) There's a cutie meditation for you to set your intention for each day. At the end of this blog, you'll find some links to a super cool download (Yay! A Leap Year present for You!) that you can get. Read through it. There's some links that'll take to the page so that you can use the coupon code and get it for free. It's super fun. And, really, who doesn't want a glimpse into their future?!!

Wishes! 

Just because all wishes are fun! Make a wish this Leap Day. Write it down in your journal. (Exactly how you wished it.) Be sure to put in the time and place (where you are when you're making your Leap Day Wish). The Catch: Make it for fours years from today. To have it come true on the next Leap Day. OMGosh! SO FUN!

Presents! 

Yes. You are special. This year celebrate it. Send yourself flowers. This. Leap. Year. Day. Seriously. Do something that gets brought to you (by someone else!) this Leap Year Day.

So Fun! If you're a dude and don't want flowers, find yourself something cool that you can give yourself every four years. This goes for if you're an anti-flower person. Do a bit of research~find a company that you like and something that you are going to appreciate~but not so cool that you'll think about it until next Leap Year. You want it just fabulous enough that you are surprised and excited when you get it next Leap Year Day!

Letters!

This is great! Write a letter to your Future Self. Ack! How interesting will it be to read this letter four years from today. 
Think about this one awhile before you start it. Really think about it. How handy would it have been if your future self could have written letters to you to prepare for the future? This exercise is just as valuable. You're going to be reminding yourself of _______. How Fun! 

Pleasant Dreams! 

What a great way to end your day. Plus, it sets you up for the next four years! Drifting off to sleep thinking about how amazing the next four years are going to be sets it in your mind as an expectation (something for your subconscious mind to do). And, doing it as you fall asleep, you're in an altered state~that's how you reach your subconscious mind. You have so many things working in your favor. Try it. You just may be surprised by your results! 

* Your subconscious mind is the part of your mind that predicts and creates your future. It is also the time keeping part of mind. Make this Leap Day Memorable~from morning to end and be excited about it. Your mind will [automatically] try to make it better next Leap Day. The key to this is the emotions that you have (make them good), your focus and something fun happening (like the sending flowers). Plus, you're making a Leap Day Wish this year so your mind is already fixated on something exciting and hopeful for next Leap Day. And, it has already started working on making your wish come true! Ack. The Mind is so cool. Use it! You'll be amazed to find how magickal your life becomes. Happy Manifesting! * If you're going to set a goal for this year, make it a journaling goal. Writing does so much for you. You'll be amazed by how much faster your psychic abilities grow, how much easier it is to create what you want and how easy it is for you to figure things out yourself. It's so incredibly valuable. Really, one goal... make it journaling :) 
Get a Journal! At Changes Made Easy .com we believe it's about consciousness. We think life should be fun... more fun... bunches and bunches of fun! We also believe that every choice each and every one of us make, everyday has the potential to substantially change the world... our world. This is a great opportunity to bring you unique and thoughtful products. We have a huge selection of various products to support all types of causes and differences in thought. Click Here to Visit The Spunky Plum. And, speaking of journaling... here you go. Try this complimentary set [below]. There's lots of stuff for you to write about. So, journaling and of course, downloads! Have Fun! 

It's Download Time! If you get our Living Lightly Newsletter, you've already received this. If not, click the links below to go to the Specials Page and get this download for free. Yay! 

Just in case you don't know... The newsletter Living Lightly is designed to do just that… to remind us to live in a Light state of mind; to enjoy our lives and take things lightly. Do you need to sign up for the monthly newsletter? Click here to sign up now. Living Lightly Newsletter Archive/Blog: Living Lightly Newsletter Specials and the free monthly newsletter subscription is made to brighten your day… to prompt those enlightened moments.

Leap Ahead A Year
$19.95
Making Magick Happen Shop 
This is a super active (lots of visions, answers and guidance) guided meditation. 
This is such a great session. You'll see what's coming in a year (1,3,6 & 9 months, too!) and be able to plan and change anything that you need to. It's short and you'll get SO much information! Plus, this is great to keep 'checking in' with yourself and life! to make sure you're heading down the paths that are leading to the future that you want. Have fun! Have your workbook and/or journal next to you every time that you use this. Having trouble finding it? Here's the link to the [archived] Happy Leap Year! Newsletter. Enjoy!

The Journaling to... Class: Leaping Ahead Set

This is a great set! It's everything you need to create the next four years day by day. You'll always be in control of what you're manifesting and be able to keep yourself focused on your goals. Plus, it's really cute! 

Watch and Listen to the videos on our YouTube Channel: user/ChangesMadeEasy in the Happy Holidays Playlist. (Are you looking up this blog post or is it past February 29, 2016?) Click on the titles to go straight to the Leap Year Introduction and the Leaping Ahead Meditation: Set your Intention for the Day) Now, all of our classes are different. The Journaling to... Classes are all different. The one thing they have in common? Journaling! ;) Visit the Journaling to... Class Section here.

Leap forward in your life! Start creating what you want for the future [you] now. This set was inspired by Leap Year. You'll have exercises and journaling that sets you up for success for the next four years. Super Fun! It includes an audio download & 105 pg eBook. See the Complimentary Leaping Ahead Set here: http://jmcveyc.ht/1TLz6IP

Affirmation and Diary Sets Instructions, eBook and Videos

Complimentary Positive Affirmation and Diary Sets Instructions, eBook and Videos

We have created the [free] Positive Affirmation Image eBooks

and Diary Sets to keep positive and focused on your goals while getting you in the habit of doing your affirmations and journaling daily. Plus, they are just a sweet, simple reminder that you can do anything you set your mind to! We've had a few different entries about our [free] Positive Affirmation Image eBooks and our Complimentary Affirmation and Diary Sets and thought it would be apropos to do one about how best to use them. We want you to get the full benefit of using/doing them (and all the work that was put into them)!

If you get any of the Positive Affirmation Image eBooks and/or Affirmation and Diary Sets through us [any of the

digital shops associated with Spiritual Answers and Solutions .com], they'll always be free. They are an addendum to the downloads and videos that we [do] sell and compliment what you're already working on. The great thing about affirmations is that they work all on their own. So, take advantage! Use them and keep your mind in the direction that you want your life to be flowing. 

Here's another great thing about getting our eBooks from any

of our shops [associated with Spiritual Answers and Solutions .com], you'll create an account (We don't care about your

Click Here to Sign In 

information; fill it out so that you remember how to get back in.) and everything that you've ever downloaded (checked-out) will be housed there. Pretty cool~everything in one spot. You may re-download them as many times, to as many places as you like. If you've gotten any of our audios or videos, you'll find them in there, too. Seriously. Convenient. So, have fun! check out a bunch of stuff today. If you're not fond of this or that, no problem, delete it! And, if you love it, wee then... Woo-Hoo! You've got a place to keep it forever! Click Here to Sign In to your account and/or 'see' our list of shops. Happy Clicking!

Onto our instructions. It's a cute and sweet 28 page (image/.jpeg) eBook that gives you everything you need to use your affirmations and diary sets. It works on nearly (we don't know of any that are not compatible at this time) every device and the font is large and dark on a white background. Plus, with a picture, you can blow it up. Yay!

There's a few different sections included in your eBook. We explain how to use it (instructions) and, of course, a question and answer sections. You'll get examples of entries (and affirmations) and a few pages to try them out for yourself. Another fabulous thing about this eBook is that it shows you how to do the entries, so, if you have your own journal that you love, you can simply use the outline and any of the affirmations (and diary sets) found through out our shops. 

This is the 28 page eBook that walks you through how to best use your all of your positive affirmations and  your diary pages. Click here to get your complimentary copy (download) today. Happy Thinking!

Positive Affirmation and Matching Diary Set Instructions 

Now, to get your instructions... We included it [the link and picture of the cover] here so that you know what you're looking for. This eBook is found in nearly all of the shops but the link goes to the eCourses and Training. there's a plethora of affirmation and diary sets in here that we think you'll like and can be used for just about everything.  

For your convenience, we have put the instructions in video form. It's great for any device. They [there are a few to choose from] set to different nature sounds. Pick the speed that is best for you.
 Click here to see the playlist. Enjoy! 

We have well over 50 Affirmation Image eBooks that you can download and print. You can use them as screen-savers

and/or in your social media postings. Feel free to share them with everyone! You know, the happier everyone is ~ the better! And we have over 25 Affirmation and Diary Sets to choose from. Here's the quick links (scroll down they'll be in written in blue and pink for easy finding) directly to the stores. Check the categories you like for all of the free eBooks. They're mixed in with everything. Peruse below... these are the various links and descriptions of the variety of shops that we have. You'll find the free positive affirmation image eBooks and the free affirmation and diary sets in all of them. (And, remember, they're all different... So, click around and get the ones you like from each place.)

Happy Affirming!

All of the Affirmation Image eBooks and Diary Sets are spread throughout the various categories and stores. The affirmations average between 30-40 pages [images] with different backgrounds, fonts and colors. All the eBooks are

themed to match the downloads in each of the sections. All of the Affirmation Diary Sets come with 2 sets of affirmations (different colors) and a matching affirmation diary. Browse and Enjoy! You don't even need a coupon! They'll always be free! Use them! Share them! And let them work for you! The eBooks have between 30-40 images because they are created for you to use everyday. Pick one affirmation image per day and let that be your focus for the day or evening (some are for night or evening times). Try them for at least one month. you'll be shocked by the difference in your life! If you find one or two particularly challenging, do them a few days in a row until you can say and feel them comfortably.

DO YOU HAVE IDEAS FOR NEW E-BOOKS? LET US KNOW!  CONNECT WITH US!

Please Enjoy our Links and Lists of Shops. 
Happy Perusing! 

 Mind, Body & Soul 
Yep, you guessed it. This shop covers everything that has to do with you, your personal growth, healing, relationships and connecting and tuning you into that Spirit[ual] part of you. There's a ton of affirmation image eBooks in all of the different categories. Enjoy! 
Classes, Seminars & Lectures
All of our Classes, Seminars and Lectures have a variety of individual downloads and eBooks associated with one or two main eCourses. You'll find many classes that use your Spiritual Light, Mind to Mind Communication, Chakra Balancing and a variety of classes that tune you into your Spirit and Spiritual Journey. 
eCourses & Training

The great thing about our eCourses and Training is that all of the sets are complete unto themselves. Look into each category to manifest and create just about anything or everything you can imagine. This shop is chalked full of affirmation eBooks and diary sets. Happy Downloading!  

Magick, Manifesting & Psychic Downloads  
This is for all of the lovers of the psychic arts and, of course,  everyone who wants to develop them! This is also where you'll find our more mystical and magickal downloads and eBooks. Have fun! 
Animal Everything! 
Oh! For the Love of Animals! We adore them so much, we had to put everything [about them] in one place. this shop has everything that has to do with your fur-babies. If you're an animal person, you'll want to stop in here! 
Hypnosis & Meditation Downloads 

(DIY Downloads) 

The greatest thing about these downloads are the lovely music they have in the background. Listen to the samples (You may stream them, no downloading necessary!) Plus, nearly every download (and all of the sections) have matching affirmation image eBooks. Yay!

for Adults Only (18+)

Don't let the name frighten you off. This is for all of the things that we experience as adults. It has a ton of stuff for helping you get and keep your life on track, all while making you happy, comfortable and confident doing it. You'll find addictions, substance management and abuse, intimacy issues and body healing and modification. We have some great affirmation eBooks and diary sets in here! 

Affirmations, Subliminal Downloads & Videos
This shop has audio affirmations and videos that match the free affirmation eBooks, or more accurately, our free positive affirmation eBooks match all of our audio and video downloads and eBook sets and classes. Don't let this name fool you, you'll find many more free positive affirmation image eBooks in the shops above. 

Do you love pictures?

 I mean LOVE pictures and pictures with quotes, motivational and inspirational sayings and affirmations? If you love [those types of] pictures even a quarter as much as we ( I ) do... 

You must join us on Pinterest and Instagram! One of the greatest things about our digital age and social media is all of the lovely pictures and memes to share. Can't wait to 'see' you soon! ;)

An Attitude of Gratitude

A Month of Gratitude
Have you been doing your daily 'What I'm Thankful For' this month?  If you have, you're ahead of this exercise! If you haven't, no worries. You can start today! You may want to get some scratch paper to jot your list down on. Be sure it's big enough for everything or have a couple of sheets available. You'll be listing 30 different 'things' you're grateful for. (There's 30 days in November.) Try to get a variety of things that you're grateful for in your life. You're going to want to cover: Mental, Emotional, Physical (your body), Spiritual, Material (things), and Financial (money stuff) for yourself and then, of course, all the people and animals in your life... You could add Social, Recreational, Your Work and/or School and anything else you can think of. You could even start a separate list of categories of things you're going to write about being thankful for. (The organizing is completely up to you, these are just ideas. think 'balanced' when you're doing this and you should be able to cover all aspects and areas of your life pretty easily.)  Contemplate what you're writing down. This isn't meant to be done in five minutes. This is a contemplative exercise that you're going to want to put some time and effort into. (Hence the scratch paper, you'll be making a Gratitude Journal and there's a link for free Gratitude Journal pages for you to print out.) After you have the wording that you want, transcribe your list into your Gratitude Journal. Be sure to date it! 
Take your time with this. Remember, this is usually an exercise that you do for the entire month! Enjoy this exercise. You're looking over and reviewing your life. That in itself is something you could put down... That you have the time, the space, the will and the ability to do this exercise.

Here's a Simple & Fun Holiday Idea:
This year send out Gratitude cards! You can use them with or instead of Holiday Cards or/and add a 'Thank You' and/or a 'Why I appreciate You' in your cards that you send out this year. You can also add it to your emails and/or gifts. 
Being grateful is a wonderful habit to get into! You'll be surprised how compliments and feelings of appreciation begin to to pour out of you once you begin to focus on everything you love in your life. you'll naturally become more positive and secure; those are some of the side effects of focusing on what you already have instead of what you want. And, what a fabulous way to start... telling everyone in your life how much you appreciate them! Holiday cards are a great way to communicate your adoration; you're sending them out anyway! If you're not doing cards or gifts... You can always call them! If you're not used to expressing yourself in this way, make a little list or notes to yourself before you talk to them. If you're uncomfortable, rehearse it. You can practice in your mind, with another person or by looking in the mirror or saying it out loud. Oh, and smile when you're doing it. Really. Practice talking with a smile. It will make a difference! If you're a social media person, find pictures, quotes (or think up your own!) that talk about gratitude and how thankful you are. You may be surprised by how many people respond to your positive postings, tweets, statuses and pins! Spread the Joy! 

Craft Time!
Make a Thank You Journal with a Gratitude Collage Cover! How fun! There's so many ways that you could do this. 
The Inside:You can decorate a notebook, get a journal and decorate the cover, you can make the cover and print the pages from the Free Gratitude Journal for Kids and insert them into a three ring binder or go to a store and have the book bound for you. (If you use the print outs, there are two different sizes of printed paper, download the examples to see which will fit the journal you're making for yourself the best. Click here to get the journal pages now.)
You have so many options. Pick one that fits you and you like... Be sure it's something that you are going to like using and writing in regularly. Be conscious of the size, shape and binding. you want to make this as convenient for yourself as possible. 
The Cover~you can draw, paint or write on it. You can decorate it anyway that you like. You can cut out pictures and glue or tape them on. You can seal it with glue, laminate it, use spray so that it doesn't smear. It's completely up to you how you'd like to protect it. Practice first. If it's pictures you're using, line them up before you stick them on permanently. If you're drawing or painting, do some rough drafts. And there's everything you can do on the computer! You could even make a collage online and print it out. 
This is a gratitude collage. It's things, people and moments that you have or have already had. This isn't a create what you want exercise, it's an I appreciate my life, as it is, right now exercise. 
The Substance: Here's the content section. You may want to set some goals about how often you're going to use your journal; the only thing you really should do is date the entries, other than that, it's anything thing goes and anyway you want to do it! This is your journal about what you appreciate in your life. The entries should reflect what you are grateful for. (Try to keep everyone else's voices out of your head while you're journaling, writing and crafting. Tune into you and where and why you feel grateful, blessed, loved, that deep sense of appreciation.) Need ideas about your entries? You can add your exercise of A Month of Gratitude. you can write about wonderful moments in time that you are thankful for. You can put in your accomplishments and challenges you have overcome. You can write about how lovely the weather is and how blessed you are to be alive. You can even meditate on gratitude and write about your experiences. you may find that each and every meditation is different!
What Now? You enjoy it! And, you did it! Congratulations! That's it. It's that simple and easy! You can vary this anyway you like. You could turn this into a family project night, do it with your partner or by yourself. You can change it up, fill it up and make a new one in a week or next year. If you set the same time each day or each week to write in your journal you'll find that contemplating and focusing on what you appreciate in your life will quickly become a habit; you're welcoming in and training yourself to have an attitude of gratitude. 

Gratitude isn't just about accepting, receiving or acknowledging and appreciating what you have, it's also about Giving. When you are centered in deep appreciation for yourself, your life and those around you, it opens you to have the inner space to be able to give back, contribute to society and help those around you. What's your contribution to the world? How can you be of service? How can you spread more love and joy? This would be a great meditation and a good journal entry, even if you made a list of ideas or goals that you'd like to do. How could you spread this feeling (gratitude) to others?

Free Gratitude Journals for the Whole Family to Enjoy!

Free (downloadable) Gratitude Journals!  These are great for the whole family! You can print the entire journal or just the pages that you'd like to use for the sitting/exercise. There's two different journals to choose from ~ download the example pages to decide which journal will fit your exercise the best. The lay outs are the same but the numbers of lines on the pages are different in each journal. Each journal comes with 5 sets of  one picture page and two lined pages. Click here to see them now. 

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