I teach courses focused on resilience and human flourishing. I have researched and taught about gratitude for 18 years. At the best of times, awareness of the positive may require more effort than ...

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Gratitude journaling for just a few minutes each morning can enhance mental well-being by reducing stress, boosting mood, and fostering emotional resilience. Studies show that incorporating this ...

How then do we practice gratitude during such times? I am a social psychologist who runs the Positive Emotion and Social Behavior Lab at Gonzaga University. I teach courses focused on resilience ...

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When Paul Hogan brandished a Bowie knife in the 1986 film Crocodile Dundee and told a scared New York mugger “that’s not a ...

Gratitude is hailed as a pillar of emotional well-being, linked to stronger relationships, improved mental health, and increased life satisfaction. From gratitude journals to thank-you rituals, we ...

When we feel gratitude toward something or someone, it can increase well-being and happiness and relationship satisfaction, as well as lower depression A lot has been written about gratitude ...

Thanks Joe DEAR JOE: the practice of Gratitude, has the power to transform lives profoundly. It is more than just a fleeting feeling; it is a practice that, when cultivated, can bring about ...

Gratitude journaling is a simple but effective way to develop a positive mindset. If you are new to it, starting with prompts is a good way to ease into the practice and enjoy it. These prompts ...