Self-Care Challenge – Day 3: A Moment of Gratitude

Gratitude in self-care is about pausing long enough to notice what helped us get through, a small win, a moment of ease, or someone who showed up in a quiet way.

Gratitude is about naming our unseen impact and affirming the ways we keep showing up, even when the systems around us make that difficult. These moments don’t erase stress or fatigue, but they can help steady us.

Over time, noticing them can be a gentle way of caring for ourselves while we continue to carry the work we do. It says:

“I see the work I do, even when no one else names it.”

“I honour my persistence, my creativity, and my emotional labour.”

“I am grateful for the strength I’ve cultivated and the values I’ve held onto.”

Take a brief pause to notice one small thing that helped your day feel a little lighter. It could be:

• a small win

• a moment of ease

• something that went okay

• a routine that held you

• a person (or animal) who had a positive impact

Now take a moment to acknowledge someone who supported you today, this week, or even long ago.

Please share one win, or one thing you are thankful today in the comments