Practicing Gratitude: 3 Practical Tips

The role of gratitude has been explored extensively in social science research in recent decades. What researchers have discovered is that when it comes to anxiety relief and improvement in overall happiness and wellbeing, practicing gratitude works! Learn more about the role of gratitude for anxiety relief in my recent blog post.
There are multiple ways to integrate a gratitude practice in your life. Here are three simple suggestions based on research:
Gratitude Journal
- Who are the people in my life that I appreciate?
- Were there events that happened this week that were special and meaningful to me?
- What characteristics do I most appreciate in myself?
- What would my life be like without ___(important person)___ in it? How has this person enriched my life?
Gratitude Letter
Add a Gratitude Item to a Daily Checklist
- What am I looking forward to doing today?
- How am I contributing to the good in my own and others’ lives today?
- What am I grateful for from the day?
- What did I learn today?
Helpful resource for gratitude practices:
Greater Good Science Center at Berkley
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