12/28/2022
I urge you to embrace your own gratitude practice, to feel the beneficial effects in many areas of your life.
It’s been found to improve psychological health by reducing toxic emotions like envy and regret. When it comes to physical health, grateful people have been found to have fewer aches and pains and take better care of themselves in general.
Gratitude is also linked to better sleep, with both better sleep quality and duration being linked to a grateful attitude. This same outlook has been linked to higher levels of self-esteem and it can also help us make new friends: Thanking an acquaintance encourages them to pursue an ongoing relationship with you, as it sends the signal that there is potential for a high-quality relationship to be formed.
It’s clear there are multiple benefits to be had from incorporating a regular gratitude practice into your wellness routine. Writing down a few things every day, silently acknowledging them on your commute, or taking a moment at the dinner table to say something you are thankful for out loud—all of these acts open up your mind and body to feel their best.