A gratitude practice.
If you have ever thought of picking up a gratitude practice, now’s a great time. There are a lot of ups and downs ahead and with everything being so overwhelming, the downs can drown out the ups. Which is bad for your health and your heart. According to health.harvard.edu:
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.
And if HARVARD says it’s true, then it must be.
Short Reads
Harvard Health Article, ”Giving Thanks Can Make You Happier”
Berkeley Greater Good Article, ”How Gratitude Changes You and Your Brain”
Do
Say three things you are grateful for right now. Right now!
Begin a gratitude journal (see two examples below)