To the dope members of a tribe called PowHER… First, I want to express my sincerest thoughts of gratitude for you investing in this very important mission of connecting women, especially women of color. We need each other more than we realize, and the world can will be changed as more of is create sisterhoods, tribes, and authentic connections. This month’s theme for me has to patience. To be more specific, it’s about learning patience through the process of life changes, business growth, kids, getting older, and my recent separation from my husband of 9 years. This summer I have entered into an entirely new world that requires a stronger, more focused, and definitely more patient me…. especially with ME! The best way I’ve found to snap back into a space of hope and peace when fear and sadness try to takeover is to take a moment each day and write down a minimum of 5 things that I am grateful for on that specific day. They can be as small as being able to fit a pair of pants or as big as being able to pay for roof over my head without my husband’s income. I want to encourage all of you to incorporate this exercise of keeping a gratitude journal and making this a daily practice in your life. It’s hard to stay sad while counting your blessings. And even if it is the ability to read this blog or take your next breath, there is ALWAYS something to be thankful for. Xoxo, Chaun P.S. Please post here on the site how your gratitude journaling goes once you start. This is our private space to share, connect, and support one another. Let’s use it!