Does anyone have any tricks or book recommendations for appreciating what we have in life? I am struggling. I feel like my husband and I have worked really hard on our relationship and only continue to get stronger, both have decent jobs, good friends and family. I really don't have a lot to complain about. Yet, so often I find myself compairing to others- other families (i.e. so-and-so spends so much time with their parents and I only see mine about every other week? Is that bad?) other couples (they have so much in common and seem so close) other peoples jobs (they make so much more than we do) others' homes (nicer, bigger, cleaner).

I think- wait, a second, I mean I KNOW- that I worry way too much about what other people think and their opinions about myself and my life. I don't like to feel judged- especially when I'm already insecure.

I also worry a lot about what my husband will do for a living for the rest of his life. He didn't go to college and currently works in construction but has indicated that he'd like to think about something different soon. What that may be? I don't know and neither does he. While I am very passionate about my job, he is not as much- his music is his passion so I think he would be open to many different jobs but does not really have any "traditional career goals". I have a hard time just living for the moment and appreciating what I have RIGHT NOW (which is great if I could just relax and enjoy it)

Sorry this is so long- I needed to get it out. Am really looking for kind words (or honest advice, even if not kind).
Thanks again for listening!