Gratitude is appreciating what you have. Expressing your thankfulness. Returning kindness. Studies are now showing that expressing thanks might be one of the simplest ways to feel better about your life. As David Steindl-Rast said, “It is not joy that makes us grateful. It is gratitude that makes us joyful”.

In positive psychology research, gratitude is strongly and consistently associated with greater happiness. Gratitude helps people feel more positive emotions, relish good experiences, improve their health, deal with adversity, and build strong relationships (Harvard Mental Health Letter June/2019).

Gratitude helps people connect to something larger than themselves, whether it is to other people, nature or a higher being. It can also motivate you to make positive change in your life by opening your eyes to new opportunities.

So, if you haven’t tried it already, start now. Practice gratitude! And remember, it’s the cumulative effect of many individual acts that make a difference.

Incite Actions for Gratitude:

Here are some things to try.

• Keep a daily journal and write all the things for which you’re grateful.
• Write a letter to someone thanking them for something.
• Share often with your partner, a friend, or a colleague what you are grateful for in your relationship.
• Take a moment during your day to sit and focus on what you are thankful for (the warm sun, a pleasant sound, etc.).

At Incite, we offer coaching sessions as well as workshops. If you wish to book a coaching session or book a workshop for your next event, retreat or group gathering, please contact us.

Till next time,

Elizabeth