Did you know? People with an ‘attitude of gratitude’ experience lower levels of stress
Did you know people with an ‘attitude of gratitude’ experience lower levels of stress? If your coping skills have worn down, identifying what you’re thankful for can boost your well-being and strengthen your endurance, according to this article.Feeling exhausted and overwhelmed due to the ongoing impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, social unrest, and the holidays is understandable. But focusing on things you’re grateful for can boost your wellbeing and help you endure this stressful time. Practicing gratitude involves expressing thanks or appreciation for something, from a gift to life itself. Taking a minute to appreciate small details like the sound of birds chirping or the warmth of a blanket can have a drastic impact on your well-being. Gratitude journaling, gratitude jars, and reflection questions are useful exercises to integrate gratitude into your daily life. Regularly practicing gratitude can help ease symptoms of depression and anxiety.Read more…
