I am grateful for my friends, family, and colleagues and the support they have provided me over the last year. - Josiah Practicing Gratitude We hear it all the time: the importance of being grateful, or showing gratitude. For some people, these words elicit an eye roll or a blank stare (at best). Sure, we know that gratitude is important in an abstract sort of way—but it … [Read more...]
I Am Thankful ~ Jordan Fredriksson
I am thankful for living in a state (Alaska) that I get to fall in love with each and every day. ~ Jordan Practicing Gratitude Studies from Harvard Health Publishing have shown that being thankful can help people feel more positive, relish good experiences, improve their health and build strong relationships with others. It’s no secret that our children demonstrate … [Read more...]
I Am Thankful ~ Monica Fields
I am grateful for the opportunities, struggles and experiences in my life. I am grateful for the chance to learn from them. ~ Monica Practicing Gratitude Robert Emmons, psychology professor and gratitude researcher at the University of California, Davis, explains that there are two key components of practicing gratitude: We affirm the good things we’ve receivedWe … [Read more...]
I Am Thankful ~ Taylor Mann
I am thankful for each new day, for my new adventure in Alaskaand for the love of my husband, family and friends. ~ Taylor Practicing Gratitude The best way to reap the benefits of gratitude is to notice new things you’re grateful for every day. Gratitude journaling works because it slowly changes the way we perceive situations by adjusting what we focus on. While you might … [Read more...]
I Am Thankful ~ Jennifer Phillips
I am thankful for another year of being seizure free and for all my friends and family. ~ Jennifer Practicing Gratitude The benefits of practicing gratitude are nearly endless. People who regularly practice gratitude by taking time to notice and reflect upon the things they're thankful for experience more positive emotions, feel more alive, sleep better, express more … [Read more...]
I Am Thankful ~ Natalie Bill
I am thankful for my supportive friends and family, my wonderful husband, and all good things the universe has in store for 2022. ~Natalie Practicing Gratitude According Harvard Medical School, gratitude is a thankful appreciation for what someone receives. Thankfulness is easily felt when someone demonstrates their gratitude for us and easily given when we express our … [Read more...]
