And along with Eirinn's and upnorth's suggestions, try to look for little things you can appreciate through out. Actively look. Hey, look at that cool cloud. Wow, aren't kids the greatest?! I really appreciate X doing that for me. I really am glad I have X.

Evolutionarily we have a negativity bias (we are looking for the threats and dangers), and by the end of the day, we have actively worked to notice a whole lot of bad things that are possible threats. Countering that actively can be the difference between an average day seeming to be a bit on the plus side, or just another tough schlog.

Keep up the good work.


Me: 50 W:43
S6, S3
M: 12 yrs. T: 17
M is bad & Not happy Bomb Mar '14
S 5 Feb '15
D Bomb 13 Apr '15 (but "no hurry")
DB Coach May '15
Wants proceed on D Aug '15
Starting 1-on-1 negotiations Sept '15