As people nowadays we feel we need the comfort of others especially when you’re going through a tough time. It honestly took me a while to realise how much covid is affecting our world, talking about people who are in the hospitals. I was recently in the hospital for a surgery and I could only see my mom, which I’m not complaining about but I couldn’t see my dad or my brother that I hadn’t seen in a few days. They’re keeping as many people out of the hospital so that we can keep our cases the same or even lower. For me, experiencing what some people have everyday, like maybe they don’t even get to see one person because of their health condition, was very hard to think about. Noticing how important it is to keep your distance and follow all the covid guidelines that we are given so that these people are able to have company and not feel like they are trapped in one place especially care homes. The comfort of others, especially family members is a big part of peoples lives when they’re not at their best. Another thing that I started noticing more than before is how lucky I am to have my family and be able to be healthy. Sometimes I forget about the little things in my life that I am grateful for because I feel like it’s normal for everyone when it’s not. I am so grateful that my surgery went well and that I have good doctors on my case who are trying to figure out what’s wrong so they can help me. I knew that doctors were very caring for their patients and that they always do everything they can, to help you. I just didn’t realise all the things they go through in order to figure out what’s happening and how to help. I am so thankful for the amount of nurses we have for everyone that has covid, because all of the people taking care of them are making sure that they are comfortable, other than the fact they don’t feel well which they are trying to help with. Taking a few good things out of a bad thing that has happened made me realise that I am privileged and I should be grateful for that especially for the health care I received. Now I have started writing what I am grateful for every morning because I never really realise what have until I write it down because then the thought stays. Writing down what I’m grateful for makes my day better because then I am uplifted and I am more calm once I realise the little things in my life that matter. 2020 has not been my family's year, my moms work burnt down, my dad had a heart attack and then I had surgery. But one thing that has gone well is how my brother was drafted to the Kelowna rockets. Within everything, your family or your school life, you realise there is always something good. I challenge you to take one thing out of everything in your life that may have gone wrong and for you to find something good about it, no matter the situation, there is always going to be something good. If you haven’t had anything bad recently then think about something good that happened and why you are so happy that it happened. Sometimes it just takes a bit to realise it but once you do, it becomes something that lifts you up and keeps you positive no matter what is going on in your life. Taking a step back and seeing everything, everyone and the privileges we have can really change the way we see life. I found writing things down stuck with me longer, but maybe for you it stays a different way, everyone is different in the way that they have different interests and experiences.
https://thehill.com/opinion/healthcare/490828-no-visitors-allowed-we-need-humane-hospital-policy-during-covid-19 http://minimalistathome.com/yucky-stuff/ Tyler L.
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Riley
12/15/2020 12:51:57 pm
Tyler thank you for sharing about a subject everyone can relate with in their own ways. I agree with the gratitude journal it is a great tool to point out the good in our lives. It is hard especially for me when my parents have the news on every night. I get very anxious about our worlds state. It is good for me to remove myself from what is happening in our world and think about the future and what good it can bring. This was a great blog, thank you! I am glad your surgery went well!
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amelie g
12/15/2020 02:13:46 pm
i think that its beautiful of you to realize that and see things in a different perspective. everyone is going through a tough time and we don't realize it. i believe that everyone should appreciate what they have now, especially when we are in the middle of a pandemic. you really emphasized what your thankful for which cant be always easy. my mother is a nurse, and its dreadful to see her not being happy going to work, and it kills me to see her coming back home stressed like never before. and i'm thankful for people like you who are open to seeing things in a positive way when its a dark day.
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Taylor
12/15/2020 03:05:50 pm
I just wanted to start off by saying that I'm sorry that those things happened to you and your family. I think this is a topic that everyone can relate to in some way. I totally agree with you that you should think of the positive side when something bad happens. I am grateful for so many things in my life and I forget that sometimes. This blog was a nice reminder of that.
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Caiti
12/15/2020 05:54:40 pm
I’m glad to hear that you have a good health team working with you and I hope they have figured out what was happening for you and that it’s been resolved or will be soon. It’s inspiring that using a gratitude journal has helped you see the good in such difficult times. I also think it’s a good idea to do your gratitude journal in the morning and set a good tone for the day, as opposed to doing it at night, like I’ve been doing.
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Madison Sproule
12/15/2020 06:43:14 pm
I am really sorry to hear all of the horrible things that have happened for your family this year, I really hope it will all be better. Looking to the positives among a sea of negativity can be extremely hard and exhausting, but looking on the bright side of things can always put a smile on my face even in the darkest times. Journaling seems to have really helped you get through the year in an impactful way to put a different perspective on life. For me, having a gratitude journal for only four days has really helped me see a different perspective on life too as I only think about the wonderful things I already have. Sharing those moments in your life with many others can be hard so thank you for sharing your story.
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Kiana Birk
12/15/2020 07:24:39 pm
Thank you for sharing your ideas, I found them very helpful. I absolutely agree that it's important to take some time out of our day (especially first thing in the morning) to reflect on the positive things in our lives. I also agree that there is something about writing what I am thankful for by hand, as my brain seems to engage with it more. I have now noticed by following this routine, I feel energized, happy, and ready to start my day!
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Devon
12/15/2020 08:56:04 pm
Thank you for sharing Tyler! With covid going on, I agree that it is so important to look for the positives in life. Recently, my Nana was admitted to the hospital after a check up and had to stay in care for about 5 days. She didn't have any technology with her at the appointment and could not contact my family as similar to you after having your surgery, family was not allowed to go visit within the hospital. After 3 days and calling the nurses, we were very thankful that we could drop off her iPad so that we could text her and check in virtually.
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Brianna
12/16/2020 01:41:06 pm
I think this is something that everyone can relate to in some way. I totally agree with you that you should try to think of the positives in life rather then the negatives especially when times are hard.
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Lucy Greene
12/16/2020 01:42:23 pm
I glade to see that things are looking up for our family Ty. And yes with covid going on there is just so much negative in the world that people need to start looking for the positives in life. Focus on the people around us and to see how greatful we are
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Cole
12/16/2020 01:44:12 pm
I totally agree that we need to stop taking things for granted and have to start being more aware and appreciative of all the stuff we have. Health care is especially something that we need to be so grateful for especially during these times, because I have talked to some friends in the United States and their health bills can be millions of dollars. I am super grateful that we live in this country and will never take it for granted.
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nevada
12/16/2020 01:45:21 pm
Tyler I really liked this blog!! I hope you’re doing better! I think that you sharing your story about your surgery and your realization about how lucky you are is such an empowering story. I feel that everyone can really relate to this. I absolutely loved the challenge to look at negative events/occurrences from your life and to spin them with a positive twist.
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Callum
12/16/2020 02:02:27 pm
I like to think of the things I have not the things I don't have.
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Kaya
12/16/2020 02:19:08 pm
I am really happy to hear that you and your family are doing better. I can only imagine how much of a touchy subject this may be to talk about. But I'm happy you are taking on a positive outlook, since there are many things in life we should be grateful for. I agree, it is very easy to lose your positivity when things go down. Though, to just remember all the tings in life that makes you happy or grateful , can change your outlook instantly.So I agree with your blog completely on that we should keep a positive look on life. During this time it is very easy to lose hope, so it is very important to look for the positives in life.
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Nyah Gentry
12/17/2020 08:35:03 am
This is a beautiful blog. The unfortunate thing about life is that we usually don’t realize that we were in the good days until they’re over. It’s important the cherish everyday as if it was your last because you never know. This was a beautiful written blog you did a great job.
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Kaysey
12/29/2020 01:27:42 pm
I admire your ability to keep a positive outlook in life and am glad that you chose to share it with us. Sorry to hear about the trouble you’ve experiences lately, I hope everything has gotten better since. I agree that- especially nowadays- it is very difficult to see the brighter side of things. It’s moments like when I get a cold or sore throat that I don’t realize how ungrateful I am of my health and everything else that I have in life. Sometimes it takes a reality check to bring you back. I agree that taking a moment everyday to think and write down what you are grateful for creates a happily and positive impact on myself and think everyone should try it. Thanks for your blog, it was a great one!
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