Journal Entry Date 01/24/2025

              I am grateful to live in San Diego. I am grateful for its proximity to the beach. To be specific I am grateful for a place called Sunset Cliffs. In my stoner days I learned this was a great place to go at night to smoke and absorb the peaceful atmosphere while listening to the waves. I enjoyed hanging out there at night. Now I enjoy going there during the day. It is during the day I can watch the waves crash against the cliffs. Instead of meditating with marijuana I can be more present with nature. I can let my stress and anxiety go with each receding wave. My favorite part of Sunset Cliffs would be seeing the waves wash upon the rocks. I can watch the water move around the spherical stones and take joy in wondering how long it took for them to form. I can take joy in the small wonders of nature and smile. When I feel myself becoming restless, I can imagine myself sitting atop the cliffs and visualize the waves crashing on the rocks below. In these moments I can still my mind which in turn stills my body. I am further grateful for watching the waves because it reminds me of all those who guided and taught me while I treat my schizophrenia. I am grateful for the peace and sense of self all of this helps me to find.