Being a proud person is not always an easy thing especially when there is something that is troubling you. I may "write" about certain things that frustrate me or worry me, but I seldom divulge details to many or offload - especially to those close to me. I have always been very much a "manage it on your own" type of individual - but as I have gotten older, I must be honest, I have found that increasingly harder and the need for someone to confide in far greater.
When I joined this platform I had absolutely NO idea that I would form SO MANY amazing friendships and bonds with people from all across the globe! And not just random passing "chit chat" kinds of bonds - but really close and meaningful ones! Some of these people, that I have never even met in real life have been there to support me more than others who have been active in my physical life for years.
But today, I want to say a VERY big thank you to one specific person who was instinctively there for me without me even asking - you know who you are. Close on a year ago, when meeting you I had no idea of the journey that lay ahead and despite it all you have always had my back. Today you proved that ten thousand fold in a way that few would and I just wanted to say a very heartfelt thank you - for YOU!
Welcome to the #GratitudeTrain No. 38
Today I am grateful for an "earth angel" that literally rescued me without hesitation.
What is the purpose of The Gratitude Train?
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I am of the firm belief that the habit of practicing gratitude on a daily basis is the key to shifting our lives in a positive direction. This is not only the expression of gratitude for the positive things in our lives, but also for the challenges which we are often faced with.
But sometimes, we can get wrapped up in our day to day existence and agenda, and it is not that we aren’t grateful, but rather that we simply forget to actually verbalise it or take the time to offer it a moment of dedication even in thought.
It is also true that surrounding yourself with the positive attitudes and mind-set of others, that it has a ripple effect on yours too…
So for ALL of us, including myself, I have decided to start this #gratitudetrain. We all spend a good portion of our lives here browsing through our Steemit feeds, so why not build a positive habit in the process. I think it will be great to share something every day that we are grateful for in our lives, no matter how big or small it may be.
Whether it is a new career path, a new hobby, an achievement of your child, a new relationship, a challenge overcome or simply a new pair of shoes… it doesn’t matter! There is without question… ALWAYS something we can take a moment to be grateful for!
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
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Step 1.
So starting today, in the comments section of #gratitudetrain post No. 1 – write something that you are grateful for in your life and start it with the number… as in if this is the first time you are sharing on the #gratitudetrain, then write the number “1.” And then state what you are grateful for.
Step 2.
Keep a record of your #gratitudetrain expressions shared in the comments somewhere in a word doc or such.
Step 3.
When you reach 30 – then publish a post on your own profile and be sure to use the #gratitudetrain tag or to tag me 
As simple as that!
The idea of this being, that not only will you develop a healthy and positive habit but at the end of 30 days when you share your own post, you will be able to reflect back and realise, just how MUCH GOODNESS there is in your life!
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Until next time...
Much Love from Cape Town, South Africa xxx
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