Scientists have discovered that there is a link between gratitude and well being.
Grateful people have more enthusiasm, are more satisfied with their life, have more vitality, are more optimistic and have lower levels of depression and stress.
“Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all the others.” Cicero
Gratitude is reciprocal. One act of gratitude encourages another. Your act of gratitude can trigger a chain reaction.
“A generous person will prosper; the one who refreshes others will be refreshed.” Proverbs
Gratitude opens doors for you, enriches your life and overflows into other people’s lives. Create an atmosphere of gratitude and watch it transform your life.
How do you create an atmosphere of gratitude?
- Take pleasure in the small things of life
- Reach beyond yourself and do good to other people
- Give with no strings attached
- Be appreciative - tell people what you appreciate about them - you’ll make their day
- Remember to say thank you
- Give praise
- Focus on what you have and what’s going right in your life
- Start a gratitude journal - record small things that make you smile, add photos of people you are grateful for
- Write at least 5 things each day for which you are grateful
- Show your gratitude by giving a card or small gift
- Concentrate on solutions rather than problems
- Look for the good in people and situations
- Spend time helping people who are worse off than you
- Do small kindnesses and bring joy to someone’s heart
- Write a thank you letter for all the good things in your life
It’s really easy to make someone’s day, all it takes is a small act of generosity or a few encouraging words. Just doing it will make you feel good too.
Start developing a grateful attitude and watch you well being soar.
You can start transforming your life today.
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Lynne Lee is a Christian life coach and spiritual mentor. She helps people to re-design their lives around what matters most.
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