Why I Created the Mom Gratitude Journal (and Why You Might Need It Too)
Let’s be real, some days it feels like the only thing we’re grateful for is bedtime.
Between juggling work, laundry piles that could qualify as mountain ranges, endless snack requests, and trying to remember who needed to be where and when… gratitude can easily fall to the bottom of the list. I get it. I’ve been there.
That’s exactly why I created the Mom Gratitude Journal, not because I’ve got it all together, but because I know what it’s like to feel like everything is falling apart.
What Is the Mom Gratitude Journal?
This isn’t some fluffy, fill-it-in-once-and-forget-it kind of journal. This is a simple, doable, 30-day invitation to shift your focus just a little, each day. It includes space to write down:
- What made me grateful
- What made me smile
- My favorite thing that happened
That’s it. No long essays. No pressure. Just a few moments to slow your thoughts and remind your heart of what’s good, even in the middle of the messy.
It also includes:
- A 30-day Gratitude Challenge Tracker because there’s something about checking a box that feels satisfying.
- A beautiful Gratitude Tree, fill each leaf with something you’re thankful for.
- A space called “My Joyful Place”—where you can describe where you feel most like yourself.
- Reflective prompts like:
“What is God teaching you as you wait for answers?”
“What verses are you meditating on this summer?”
“What are you specifically praying for this season?”
This journal was made for busy moms who barely have time to drink their coffee while it’s still hot. (Yes, I see you reheating it again.)
Why Gratitude Changes Everything
Here’s the truth I had to learn the hard way: Gratitude doesn’t depend on perfect circumstances. Gratitude is a choice we make every day, sometimes minute by minute.
And it doesn’t mean ignoring the hard stuff. It just means saying, “Even in this, I will give thanks.”
I included this verse in the journal because it’s the anchor for the whole thing:
“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”
— 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (NIV)
That doesn’t mean you’ll always feel thankful, but choosing to look for God’s goodness in the midst of the crazy? That’s where the shift happens.
This Is for You If…
- You feel like your days are running you instead of the other way around.
- You want to build a habit of gratitude without adding another overwhelming “thing” to your list.
- You need help remembering that even small, quiet moments matter.
This journal is more than just a collection of prompts—it’s a lifeline for weary moms who want to live with intention, faith, and a full heart.
And mama, if that’s you, I want you to know—you’re not alone. God is working, even when you can’t see it. Even in the wait. Even in the noise.
Let this journal be your gentle reminder to slow down, look up, and give thanks—right here in the beautiful mess of it all.
You can grab your copy on my website and join me on the journey toward a more grateful heart, one small step at a time.
Love,
Connie
