This week was a hard one for me and yet the affirmation was still resonant. “I am grateful for all the love in my life. I surround myself with positive people who bring out the best in me.” The first part literally brought me to tears thinking about my parents, particularly my father. They are my biggest cheerleaders, and I am immensely grateful for them and am lucky to have them in my life. The second part of this affirmation about people who bring out the best in me caused me to reflect on the relationships that have faded and grown over time. It can be sad to realize that a person you care about is no longer a positive force in your life. I’m curious who is cheering you on and how you continue to surround yourself with those who bring out the best in you.