Make Gratitude a Habit!

I am grateful for the Washington trails, and the peace and serenity of nature!

7 Habits to Become a More Grateful Person

• Send One Thank You Letter Each Week
  • Write a thank you note to a friend or co-worker who was extra helpful last week.
• Write in a Daily Gratitude Journal
  • Write at least 3 things you are grateful for each day – Simple things!
• Establish a Gratitude Ritual
  • Express gratitude during dinner each evening.
  • Identify 3 things you are grateful each night as you slip into bed.
• Start a Gratitude Bulletin Board
  • Post pictures and notecards to represent things you are grateful for each day.
• Create a Gratitude Jar
  • Each day write 1 thing you are grateful for and drop it inside the jar. 
  • Open your jar and read all your notes one year from today.
• Use Social Media to Share Your Gratitude
  • Start a gratitude movement by expressing appreciation on Facebook or Twitter.

Research has tied gratitude to the following health and wellbeing benefits:

• Better Relationships
• Improved Mental Health
• Better Physical Health
• Decreased Stress
• Increased Energy
• Exceptional Mental Strength

Reference

Morin, A. (2016). 7 simple ways to become a more grateful person. Psychology Today. doi: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/what-mentally-strong-people-dont-do/201611/7-simple-ways-become-more-grateful-person Accessed on November 9, 2019