Decade of Gratitude Post #9: The Chance

Tonight I will receive the Heart Hero Award from the American Heart Association. I’m deeply honored and very humbled. I didn’t set out to do anything award-worthy – I simply needed to give back for the chance I’d been given.

I am so grateful for the chance to watch my daughters grow, grow old with my husband, and grow a commitment to making a difference.

I love the idea of “moving the water” – of doing something small that sets something larger in motion. Like ripples on the water. I’m doing my small part to give back and it gives me joy to know that it makes a difference.

What small things are you doing to make a difference? Find some way to reach out and help – that’s a great gift to yourself and others.

Eliz Greene survived a massive heart attack while seven-months pregnant with twins, struggled to lose the 80 pounds gained during her pregnancy, and searched for a way to hold on to the perspective and passion she found in her near-death experience. Drawing on her background as an adaptive movement specialist, Eliz developed simple strategies and tips to help other busy women be more active, eat better and manage your stress.

As the Director of the Embrace Your Heart Wellness Initiative, Eliz travels the country energizing and inspiring audiences in keynotes and workshops on women’s heart health. She writes one of the top 50 health and wellness blogs. Find more at www.EmbraceYourHeart.com.