Over the past two decades, studies have consistently found that people who practice gratitude report fewer symptoms of illness and depression. They also experience more optimism, happiness, stronger relationships, generous behavior, and many other benefits.
So why wouldn’t we take a few minutes this week to take stock in all that we have to be grateful for? After all, it is good for the receiver and for the giver!
So, I found an old container and made it into a Gratitude Jar. I printed a picture off of Pinterest and used a glass writing pen to write a gratitude quote on the jar. I rounded up some plain note cards and a gold pen. I am taking it to our family gathering and asking everyone to write down at least one thing they are grateful for. Who knows, maybe next year the answers will show up on a gratitude tree?
Enjoy this Ted Talk, it serves as a meditation on being grateful.
Words can be healing medicine
Health benefits of gratitude
