A Beacon of Light

Reflection Question of the Day for November 12:  “What can you do for someone today to show them that you care about them and are grateful for their presence in your life?” Excerpt from:  A Focus on GratitudeKevin Carroll(Balboa Press, 2024)

Reflection Question of the Day for November 11:  “There are many things we all take for granted in life. For what reason(s) are you grateful for the existence of first-responders (police officers, firefighters, paramedics, etc.) in your life?” Excerpt from:  A Focus on GratitudeKevin Carroll(Balboa Press, 2024)

“Simple conversation turns strangers into acquaintances.” Jim Manney I can be a bit of an extrovert, though not in every situation. There are times when I prefer to stand back and observe what’s happening around me without being the center of attention. Generally speaking, however, my natural tendency is to engage in conversation with just about anyone…

Reflection Question of the Day for November 10:  “What is one thing for which you can be grateful today?” Excerpt from:  A Focus on GratitudeKevin Carroll(Balboa Press, 2024)

Reflection Question of the Day for November 9:  “When was the last time you reflected on the gift of your emotions? Whether you are blessed with the ability to feel loved, appreciated, and secure, or struggle with such things as anger, hopelessness, or feelings of alienation, how can you experience your emotions with a sense…

“What a wonderful thought it is that some of the best days of our lives haven’t even happened yet.”Anne Frank Yet is a tiny, but powerful word. It has the ability to convert negativity into positivity. How so, you might ask? Here are a few examples: The researcher who tells a colleague, “I don’t get it” can add…

Reflection Question of the Day for November 8:  “What simple pleasures have you enjoyed recently?” Excerpt from:  A Focus on GratitudeKevin Carroll(Balboa Press, 2024)

“To be trusted is a greater accomplishment than to be loved.” George MacDonald I’ve heard it more times than I would like to admit: “You can’t trust anyone these days.” I understand why someone would say this, but I strongly disagree. It can be a challenge to trust people. Whether the reason for one’s reluctance is past experiences…

Reflection Question of the Day for November 7:  “Of all the technological advances in recent years, for which particular technology are you most grateful?” Excerpt from:  A Focus on GratitudeKevin Carroll(Balboa Press, 2024)

Reflection Question of the Day for November 6:  “What is one kind or thoughtful thing someone has done for you in the past few months for which you are especially grateful?” Excerpt from:  A Focus on GratitudeKevin Carroll(Balboa Press, 2024)