When we’re feeling discouraged and powerless, it helps to focus on what we can do (instead of what we can’t do).
Because yesterday was National CanDo Day, I could ask this question on Twitter:
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I can say that it always helps me to connect to others and get different perspectives.
I can take pictures of Joan, right now, and share them with you.
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Also, even though I’m still having problems with congestion and with my phone, I can share today’s observances …
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… and search for “what we can do” on YouTube.
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What we can do is try to understand ourselves and others, as Sally Kohn is doing in her great TED talk What we can do about the culture of hate.
What we can do is express gratitude for the important people in our lives, including YOU.
I can try to keep our front walk cleared of this snow, Ann.
We do what we can do, my good friend.
I can try to keep myself healthy by eating well (mostly) and moving !
Sounds good, beth!
My mother once told me, “You iron very nicely, Barbara.” Which I remember, because she so rarely praised me. This is relevant today since I did not get that summer shirt ironed yesterday as I thought I would. That’s because I am just getting ready to post another Bookhouse piece – showcasing another can do project, which is writing. Ironing will happen this week sometime. I can do it.
You do a lot, Barbara.
I hope that your congestion clears up today, Ann
It didn’t, but thanks for the hope, Maureen!