The root of our disease is self-centeredness. This leads to feelings of entitlement; "I need" and "I deserve". It also leads to resentment when we don't get what we want, and then bitterness, pain and disconnect from G-d.
To start recovering, we need to begin changing our inside feelings and living with an attitude of gratitude. The following easy exercise helps us develop this mentality.
Each morning as you begin your day, write down 10 things you are grateful for in a special notebook (or file on the computer):
Oct. 26, 2010
I am grateful to you Hashem, for:
1. _________________________________________
2. _________________________________________
3. _________________________________________
4. _________________________________________
5. _________________________________________
6. _________________________________________
7. _________________________________________
8. _________________________________________
9. _________________________________________
10. ________________________________________