Expressing gratitude has so many benefits to your overall well-being. The practice of gratitude, expressing thanks or appreciation can look different for everyone. Whether it’s journaling, or prayers, it’s simply the act of recognizing the things in your life that you are thankful for.

A few years ago, our family embraced a one-month electronic detox challenge. Prior to the challenge, I was blissfully unaware of how many opinions, perspectives, and energies I was subconsciously taking in.

Self-talk, the never-ending current of unspoken words we have with ourselves. They include our conscious and subconscious thoughts, beliefs or assumptions. Re-framing negative thoughts into something positive can help us create more confidence, purpose and joy.