This month we cultivate practices of gratitude, of knowing and expressing thankfulness. In anxious times it can be grounding to focus on something for which we are grateful, even for just the time it takes for a few deep breaths. While we may not be able to change everything that we do not want, this month we also invite you to notice what may need a firm “no thank you,” in your life. We can honour the sacred “no,” that then allows us to say, “yes!” to activities, ideas, or people that bring joy and gratitude into our lives.

Leading up to the election, we hope you will do things that give you strength for the journey ahead. Perhaps it is a daily spiritual practice or a long walk. Maybe it is preparing favorite foods. Or you are going to reach out to dear friends. We hope it includes attending worship or watching it on Facebook. UUSS member Mati shares the Inchworm Breath practice and we’ve created a video that you can watch. It is just 2 minutes long. Surely, you and your family can take 2 minutes to view this video as a moment of care. Enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pIJVwPrH1H8