The Attitude of Gratitude
ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE
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researcher, Robert Emmons said: “The practice of gratitude can increase
happiness levels by around 25%. This is not hard to achieve – a few hours of writing
in a gratitude journal for three weeks can create an effect that lasts for 6
months or more.
Cultivating
gratitude also brings other health effects, such as longer and better quality
sleep time.”
Are you intrigued yet? Here are 10 Ways to Practice Gratitude
Today!*
1)
Post
words, photos, and objects of gratitude in your home. Place the items where you will see them often, and then
let them remind you to be grateful.
2)
Gratitude
journal. This is the most common gratitude
practice and one of the most effective according to research. Write 5 things
you are grateful for and try not to repeat items too often. Do this each night
before bed or even once a week but do it regularly and sincerely.
3)
Gratitude
Letter and Visit. Think
of someone who has made a powerful impact on your life, write a letter of gratitude
to them then visit them and read it in person. You can mail it too, but
actually doing it in person is one of the most powerful gratitude practices you
can do!
4)
Incorporate
gratitude into exercise or morning routines. Reflect
as you warm up for exercise, it is a great way to start your day.
5)
Say
“Thank You” more often. Just
start saying it for everything. Everyone likes to be thanked.
6)
Write
Thank You notes. When
someone touches your heart, write them a note. It’s also wonderful to write a
note “just because”.
7)
Text
your loved ones a message of thanks.
Simple. Effective. One of the greatest ways to make their day, and yours.
8)
Practice
Mindfulness to appreciate each moment.
Focus on the present moment. Notice what is around you.
Experiencing what is right in front of
you is one of the surest ways to keep a grateful heart. It also ensures you
won’t
miss a single special blessing.
9)
“Three
Blessings” Exercise. This
is a great family activity. At dinner time or before bed, ask your child to
tell you three blessings they have experienced that day. Make sure you join in
too!
10) Acknowledge one ungrateful thought per day and replace it
with a grateful one.
Learning to hear, question, and alter your thoughts into something more
grateful is a blessing. It gives you the power to change your life one
ungrateful thought at a time.
