As fall approaches, it reminds me of my favorite time of year. Rustling of leaves, turning of colors, cooler days, and pumpkin-apple cheesecake. I have also identified that fall is very powerful, for reasons I cannot understand…I just seem to be more in tune with the world around me. Some of my astrologer friends may have a better idea of why my energy peaks, feeling like I could tackle the world. This morning…an aha! moment… How do I take this special time of year and stretch it through the year? With a mere thought.

It is as simple as that. With my thoughts, my reality takes course. If I continue to say, “this is my special time of year”…then it will be reserved for only this time of year. If however, I wake up every morning, claiming this as my favorite day…with an echo of Winnie the Pooh…It takes Flight.

“What day is it?” asked Pooh.
“It’s today,” squeaked Piglet.
“My favorite day,” said Pooh.
~ A.A. Milne

As we wake up each morning, start with gratitude…gratitude for another day. Then may the next thoughts be that of our friend Pooh. A fresh start awaits us each morning…why not start it with a thought of “this is my favorite day.” Starting each day on this foot, sets into motion a re-wiring of our brain..leading us to a glorious day. With thoughts of gladness, we have actions of this.

As we continue through our day, we may get tripped by someone’s negativity. It is at this time we simply center ourselves in thoughts of having a good day. No matter what the world shall throw at us, by applying these simple actions…we can set the stage for a wonderful day…everyday of the week, month, year.

At the close of each day…give thanks. Giving gratitude for another glorious day. If it was a challenging day, then what a great time to give thanks for the wonderful lesson provided to us. Whether perceived as good or bad…guaranteed there is always something to be grateful for…we just have to focus on it.

Stepping into the Canvas with Gratitude. Gratitude for the wonderful changing seasons, the glorious new beginnings and the wonderful opportunities for growth. Life is meant to be enjoyed, not the opposing. See everything as a gift and there will be a present awaiting you each and every day. This is my favorite day!