Three Good Things

I rejoined Weight Watchers (WW) nearly four years ago. What I’ve learned there not only helps me with weight management, but in all aspects of life.

Recently, I was introduced to a practice called Three Good Things. You take time out and think about three good things that happened to you today, no matter how small. You write them down and include details, and then you take a moment to reflect on them. This boosts your mood, helps you overcome challenges, and develops a mindset of gratitude.

As an example, here are three good things that happened to me yesterday:

• I finished all the errands I had to do. This included driving to Newport Beach and Irvine. I got everything done without a hitch.
• I had dinner out with my wife at our favorite place. We are usually so busy, we never have time for ourselves. So, it felt good to enjoy a meal with her.
• I watched the final inning when the Dodgers clinched the NL West. I was busy, tired, and didn’t feel like sitting in front of a TV, but I was happy to see my favorite team celebrate their win.

Three Good Things can be used for more than weight management and mental well-being. It can be helpful in writing.

We all go through moments where things aren’t going well. A story isn’t coming together, an agent rejects a manuscript…