I have trouble finding positive thing to reflect on because sometimes even doing baby steps towards what others would consider the bare minimum seems so far out of reach. Sometimes even "getting out of bed", "having a shower" or "stepping outside" seem impossible and I end up feeling discouraged from even trying.

So. I figured I'd share some of the tiny things I managed to positively acknowledge recently. I hope it will help someone else feel like there is no progress that is to small to be celebrated and Id like to hear about some of your litte wins:

&gt; picked up one item of clothing from the floor

&gt; opened a window

&gt; rolled up the blinds/ turned on the light

&gt; had a sip of water

&gt; opened a book (even without actually reading anything)

&gt; changed my underwear

&gt; cried

&gt; saw a cute dog 

&gt; felt slightly less irritated about something than I would usually be

&gt; ate (no matter what)

&gt; reduced screen time by even a minute

&gt; used my voice

&gt; washed my hands

&gt; learned a new information, no matter how insignificant

&gt; resisted a bad habit for any amount of time (like picking skin, substance use, money spending)

&gt; gave in to bad habits but was more aware of yourself doing it

&gt; even if I cannot thing of absolutely anything, the fact that I even tried to be more mindful is better than not doing it


Some days I still struggle to see any good. Or weeks. Or longer. Or I wont even try to. But I remind myself that progress is never linear and having worse days/weeks/months does not mean that it wont pay off in the end.

Acknowledging the tiny things makes it easier for me to not be so hard on myself for the things that are bad and helps me slowly build a foundation that I can hopefully someday build more progress on. Its hard to learn how to walk without becoming aware of your legs first.

Anyway. I just had some thoughts that I felt like sharing. I'd love to hear your thoughts on this and maybe we can have some helpful exchange and encourage each other.