Finding Gratitude in the Morning Light

It’s early Monday morning, and as the day begins to unfold, I find myself sitting with a quiet Finding Gratitude in the Morning Light
heart. Before the rush of the week takes over, I made a conscious point to stop and actively practice gratitude, not just for the start of a new day, but for the awareness to stay focused on the good.

While I’m so excited about building our newest brand, Gaia Gate Wellness, a signature company of Wolf Vibrations, LLC, and all the wonderful things we have to offer at gaiagatewellness.com, that isn’t what is on my mind today. I’m thinking about the quiet, meaningful goodness we encounter every day. We often hear the advice to “let things go,” and while there is wisdom in releasing what weighs us down, we shouldn’t let go of everything. That is precisely why we have memories. Our minds hold onto these moments so we can return to them when we need strength.

Navigating the online world to share my business, my books, and my podcast has been an eye opening journey. You see things and connect with people in ways that were unimaginable just a few years ago. But carrying a public presence online also means confronting the darker sides of digital spaces. Having gone back to college during COVID to study law, I’ve spent time researching the ongoing youth mental health crisis, a struggle deeply tied to social media culture. Having dealt with cyberbullying myself, something I’ve discussed in depth on my podcast and during my guest appearances on Hot Topic School Drinks, hosted by Wolf Vibrations, LLC, I know how heavy that environment can feel.

Yet, this morning, gratitude stepped in before the stress could.

Sometimes, gratitude arrives in moments of sadness when you least expect it. When I first woke up today, I had to search for that grounding feeling, and I found it in the memory of my grandfather. As a Native American, calling on our ancestors and the Creator is a foundational part of how I navigate life. I will never apologize for honoring those who came before me. I had good ancestors, and remembering the love they poured into me carries me through difficult times. Gratitude has a unique way of lifting us to places we didn’t think we could reach.

My grandfather took the time to make sure I knew I was loved. That legacy of love is the greatest gift an ancestor can leave behind.

To everyone reading this today: create those tangible markers of love for your children and your family. Whether it’s sharing a favorite album, preserving a heirloom, passing down a painting, or simply sitting down for a meaningful conversation, build memories that remind them they are cherished. Our children didn’t ask to be here, but we can make sure they always know they belong.

Take a moment today to hold onto the good, honor where you come from, and show your family some extra love.