For this final blog post of the term, I am keeping it short and sweet. Rather than talk about any of the many stressors occupying our minds these days, I am using this space for something else—something we could use more of these days: gratitude. Maybe you’ve come across the topic when studying psychology or browsing the internet, which is filled with articles espousing the health benefits of this simple practice. I personally learned of it two years ago and since then have gone through occasional bouts of trying to incorporate it into my daily life. I drew inspiration from one of my friends who would regularly ask me, “what are three good things that happened to you today?” I was charmed by the question and its capacity to provoke thoughtful reflection and instill unexpected joy. There was a time when I made a habit of writing down three things in my journal each night. Life, of course, got in the way, and I unfortunately fell out of the routine. But I recently decided to make an effort to get back into it. I think this simple exercise in gratitude has a lot to offer us. Especially in a time when so much is lacking in our lives, being thankful for what we do have is really important. So now, at the close of the term, I encourage you to think of three good things. If you can’t think of three for today, make it three over the past week, the past month, or even the entire term. Think of physical, external things—like your younger brother, the french toast sticks you had for breakfast, the sky at sunset. And be mindful of internal ones too—like your strength, your compassion for people you’ve never met, and the way you care for the environment. Big or small, simple or complex, anything works.
Flipping back through my journal, one of my entries went like this:
- Ran outside barefoot during a warm summer thunderstorm (I love rain!).
- Felt really strong after a good workout.
- The night sky was clear, and I got to see the stars.
So, give it a try. What are your three things?
~ Felicia Ragucci ‘22
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I love the idea behind Three Good Things — it’s such a simple yet powerful way to focus on gratitude and shift your mindset. One of my “good things” recently was discovering the F1 Movie Brad Pitt Green Bag — not only is it stylish, but it’s also super functional and perfect for everyday use. Little joys like that really make a difference!
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