Things are seldom as bad as they seem

I am Eeyore. Have you read the real Winnie-the-Pooh? there’s nothing wrong with Disney, but I am not talking about the short, simplified Disney version of Pooh. I am talking about A. A. Milne’s work in all its original glory. It is such a clever book, and if you are only familiar with the Disney Pooh (based on Milne’s, obviously) you will be amazed at how much there is for parents’ enjoyment.

Anyway, as I was saying, my tendency is Eeyorish. That is why I need this gratitude journal. The thing I am thankful for today is that for me at least, the cloud always lifts. If I am convinced that I am a terrible mother, my children are unlikable, my husband hates me, my marriage is not good–well, the next day it passes and all my sweet ones are lovable and loving and everything is okay with the world again.

When I feel like Eeyore, I need to remember to just go to sleep! Things will be better in the morning.

Update: I  enjoyed this discussion of Eeyorish tendencies over at Mormon Mommy Wars.  Be sure to read the comments.

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November 9, 2007 | Filed Under Marriage, Parenting, Today's Gratitude 

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One Response to “Things are seldom as bad as they seem”

  1. tobymine on May 29th, 2008 2:44 am

    When I feel like Eeyore, taking a shower always seems to help me. And sleeping. Sleeping helps everything :)

    (found you via MMW by the way)

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