February 10, 2010
Remember those who rekindled your spark of joy this Valentine's Day and return the favor.
We think of Valentine's Day as a time for romantic love. It can also be a day to honor all the forms of love and the people in our lives who we love and who love us. As Dr. Gary Chapman explains in his book the Five Love Languages, Love-Messages come in many forms. Picking us up emotionally when we are down is a very powerful and valuable kind of love because it empowers us to increase our own happiness. It also helps us spread our own love and compassion to others.
If you need a little help getting in the mood this Valentine's season, try this exercise to find where the love is in your life. Every day for the next few days, make two lists. In the first one, list all the ways that you feel loved- someone does something for you without being asked, or gives you a compliment. Then, in the second list, think of the people who have done those things for you in the last 24 hours. You are sure to discover the people who brightened your day. When it comes time to send your Valentines, try writing an appreciation letter. Tell the person specifically how they brightened your day and how you are grateful. If you are looking for inspiration, you might try Gratitude Quotes for help. Or, look to our Valentine's gift to you, try Happy Signs. Then…
Remember those who rekindled your spark of joy this Valentine's Day and return the favor.
Affirmation
I look for opportunities to spark joy and enthusiasm in others. I remember those who helped me stay joyful when I was discouraged.
Journal or Meditation Question
When did someone help me regain my enthusiasm for life during a time when I was depressed or discouraged? How can I show them my appreciation for this wonderful gift? How can I pass this gift on to someone else?
Happiness is Contagious.
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