It’s strange how some things are a comfort or give you a feeling that goes way beyond their practical use…like a cozy blanket.  There are many times I find myself covering up with a blanket while I watch a movie or tv not because I’m cold but because there is a good feeling that comes with being wrapped up in a blanket and relaxing.  Sometimes curling up by a fire or covering up with a blanket can give you a great feeling…

Sometimes buying yourself something small or going and getting something done that you’ve wanted for awhile can make you feel great about yourself, a real pick me up…even if the actual thing or action wasn’t really needed.

There are a lot of things that can have a mental affect that goes way beyond anything else.  Sometimes your whole day can be made better by seeing a smile or having a perfect stranger be nice to you…maybe something small but it means something.  It’s just like when you make a long road trip and you’re completely exhausted afterward.  Driving isn’t physical labor but mentally it can be exhausting, depending on where you’re driving and it what kind of conditions.

It amazes me and how powerful the mind can be.  If we only controlled all of the stress and worry and things of similar nature and used our mind to strengthen the good thoughts and happiness in our lives, I wonder how different life would be.  How powerful is the mind if a simple blanket or cup of hot chocolate can make us feel better….