Hey there friend!

I have two new things for you today! A wonderful recipe my daughter, Caroline, wrote up for her Mini Pita Pizza as well as a downable I’ve been working on titled, Grounded in Gratitude: Affirmations for Being Grounded in the Here and Now. It is my sincerest hope this journal will afford you the opportunity to take inventory of the big and small moments you find in each day, but also name the incredible qualities which you have to offer your friends, family, co-workers, and even to the person in line at the store you often frequent.

One thing I have learned since returning to the country is that in the midst of college, marriage, kids, and leaving my career as a teacher I lost sight of who I was and what I had to offer the world. Truth be told, I am still on the journey of rediscovering who I was, who I have become, and who I want to grow to be.

Included in this journal I share what it means to be Grounded in Gratitude, the benefits of practicing gratitude and positive affirmations, ways gratitude can be practiced, a quick-glance list of positive affirmations, a selfcare checklist to ensure you are meeting your essential needs that keep you going, and a few other resources to help reduce stress and keep you going throughout the month.

If for a second you think it may be challenging to carve out time each day to fill out a page in your gratitude journal, ask a friend to join you! I don’t know about you, but making a change in my routine can often be difficult when you’re a creature of habit. But I assure you, friend, this is going to be a habit that will change the way you wake each day, how you see the world around you, and most importantly see how important it is for you to show up every day with pride in who you are today.

Simply click here to download your free copy. Offer ends 6/1.

XO,

Grounded in the Middle Podcast -Growth Mindset Series

This week’s episode is all about your support system and being sure you are surrounding yourself with people in your life that are going to encourage you along the way in new pursuits that are important to you. Our support system also are the people who help us cope when we are challenged or fail and keep us going when we want to give up. Find out on today’s podcast how having supportive people in your circle help you move towards a growth mindset.

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Crafting Connections: The PALMA Artisan Story with Pollyann Giffin – Grounded in the Middle.

This week on Grounded in the Middle we delve into the inspiring journey of Pollyann Giffin, the visionary behind PALMA Artisan. Join us as we explore Pollyann's fusion of passion for travel, style, and functionality, culminating in the creation of exquisite Guatemalan Artisan bags. As a public school teacher, Pollyann's need for practical yet stylish accessories led her to collaborate with local artisans, resulting in unique hand-woven wool rugs seamlessly integrated with genuine leather. Tune in to discover how PALMA Artisan not only offers stunning, versatile bags but also empowers Guatemalan artisans by providing fair wages. Whether you're seeking a daily purse or a travel companion, PALMA Artisan has the perfect blend of craftsmanship and purpose waiting for you. Shop Now Visit Polly on Instagram and Facebook — Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/danielle-foulk/message

1. Crafting Connections: The PALMA Artisan Story with Pollyann Giffin 23:50
2. The YES Factor. The benefits that can come with a single word. 25:29

Farmhouse Storyteller Playlist

If you’d like to tune in to what I’m listening to out here in the middle, you can join me on Spotify where I have a playlist titled, Farmhouse Storyteller. You can easily find the station by directly clicking play to the right or searching for Farmhouse Storyteller on the Spotify app.

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