T.A.P.E.D.: My Evolving Journey of Gratitude and Self-Discovery

Seventeen years ago, I started with a simple daily exercise: writing down 10 things I was grateful for.

Over time, that humble practice blossomed into a multifaceted ritual that now fuels every part of my life.

I call this practice T.A.P.E.D. — an acronym representing Thankfulness, Affirmations, Pre-scripted, Endearments, and Devotion.

Here’s how this journey has transformed my relationship with myself and the world.

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Thankfulness: A Foundation Built on Gratitude

At the heart of my practice is the gratitude list that I began so many years ago. Each day, I honor these ten blessings:

• Work
• Connections
• Technology
• Faith
• Friendship
• Creativity
• Inner drive
• Solitude
• Rest
• Love

Each of these items isn’t merely a word on a page — they’re the building blocks of my identity and…