A Beacon of Light

“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)

Reflection Question of the Day for November 5:  “What can you do for others this month to enrich their lives with a genuine sense of gratitude?” Excerpt from:  A Focus on GratitudeKevin Carroll(Balboa Press, 2024)

Reflection Question of the Day for November 4:  “Of all the live concerts you’ve attended in your lifetime, concerts that inspired you or nurtured your soul, for which one are you most grateful for having attended?” Excerpt from:  A Focus on GratitudeKevin Carroll(Balboa Press, 2024)

Reflection Question of the Day for November 3:  “Of all the neighbors you have in your life right now, for which one are you most grateful?” Excerpt from:  A Focus on GratitudeKevin Carroll(Balboa Press, 2024)

Reflection Question of the Day for November 2:  “What can you do during the month of November to conscientiously express your gratitude to others?” Excerpt from:  A Focus on GratitudeKevin Carroll(Balboa Press, 2024)

“There is a calmness to a life lived in gratitude, a quiet joy.”Ralph H. Blum Driving around West San José earlier this evening, I reflected on some of the countless ways my life is blessed right now. I’m capable of driving my car. I have a car. Most of the drivers around me were considerate and followed…