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“Mattering” is the belief that you are valued and important to others. The power of believing in mattering is that YOU can make others believe they are valued and matter whether you are a boss, friend, or family. This gives us the feeling that we add value to the lives of others.

Feeling “mattered” results in lower levels of loneliness and fewer health risks. Studies show there is less anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts and substance abuse.

Appreciation is the number one trait that successful relationships have and is a key to “mattering”. For a couple, the expression of appreciation for the “little” things that are done of each other elevates the positives in the relationship. Also, praising someone for what they have done both personally and publicly helps improve mattering. When people find out how their efforts help a broader plan, it energizes them.

The spillover effect of mattering is that it is infectious. Others start to adopt it to either their work, family or friends. Make complimenting and appreciation two of your New Year’s resolutions.

-Jennifer Breheny Wallace, WSJ

Mushroom & Gruyere Croissant Breakfast Casserole

This adaptable breakfast casserole is tasty around the holidays and winter weekends.

Melt two TBLS. butter in large skillet. Add chopped mushrooms (one box), garlic (two cloves), shallots (one) and a TBLS. of thyme. Season with salt and pepper. (Note: you can also add ham, bacon bits, artichoke pieces or chopped leeks too. I did ham.) Cook for about five minutes and transfer to a bowl. Stir 2 ounces room temperature cream cheese and 1 cup grated Gruyere into the mushroom mixture.

Separately whisk together 6 eggs, 1 cup half and half or cream, and 1 TBLS. Dijon mustard with salt and pepper.

Grease a 9 by 9-inch baking dish with 2 TBLS. of melted butter. Cut three small croissants in half or use brioche bread and put into base of dish. Place mushroom mixture on top and pour eggs mixture over all. Sprinkle another cup of Gruyere on top. Now the directions call for covering and waiting 4 hours to overnight before baking but I put it in the oven right away.

To bake, preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cover dish with foil and bake 25 minutes. Uncover and finish baking eggs until set, about 15 minutes. Enjoy!

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