Gratefulness
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A Time To Be Greatful
Gratefulness
Have
you ever had times, in your life, when you were so grateful that all
you could do was to smile? Have you gone through rough experiences in
your life and smile? A smile changes your day, brightens your outlook,
and even lightens your step. Smile when someone opens the door for you.
Smile when you are at a restaurant. Smile at a stranger. Smile at a
child. Smiling is a beautiful sign of gratefulness. Gratefulness is a
choice. Scientists have proven the positive effect gratefulness has on
the brain.
Studies
One
study on gratitude showed that people who are genuinely grateful for
situations in their lives have helped them from being depressed, lonely,
or isolated. Some people in the study have had positive mental changes.
Numerous people stopped using medications for their depression. How did
they do it? They wrote truthfully in a gratitude journal.Part of this
journaling was to detail three reasons why they were grateful.
Positively improves your attitude. Now, this sounds like a good thing.
What do you think?
Write Out Gratitudes
Gratitude Tips
1. Start a Gratitude Journal.
2. Write down three gratitudes.
3. Write about them daily.
4. Be honest with yourself.
5. Stay positive in your writing.
6. Journal writing should become a habit.
"Gratitude is the solution to anger and fear." -Tony Robins, Speaker
Tony Robins
Tony
Robins speaks about how gratitude and anger can't be simultaneous. He
says that spending time being grateful, praying, and reflecting are part
of his daily morning routine. He also mentions that "if you don't have
10 minutes for yourself, then you don't have a life." He gives you
something to think about, doesn't he? Read the full interview with Tony
Robbins on Thrive Global. LINK
10 Minutes
"If you don't have 10 minutes for yourself, then you don't have a life." -Tony Robins
Smile
Optimists
According
to leading psychologists, people who live positive lives are happier.
In the thought process of gratitude, one looks at the positives in life
rather than everything negative. Optimists are more likely living lives
of gratitude than their counterparts, the Pessimists.
Personalities
Optimist
|
Pessimist
|
Realist
|
|---|---|---|
A positive person
|
A negative person
|
Both positive and negative
|
Shows happy emmotions
|
Shows unpleasant emmotions
|
Shows empathetic emmotions
|
Sees the glass as half full
|
Sees the glass as half empty
|
Sees the glass needs refilling
|
Rosy outlook
|
Gloomy outlook
|
Accepting Outlook
|
Personalities vary in journaling styles.
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Strength In Gratefulness
I
have spoken to many people, friends, and family members who say, "How
can you be so strong with all you have been through?" and "Why aren't
you angry because of all that has happened to you?" My response is that I
am blessed to be here. I lean on God to get me through the tough times.
My spiritual guidance has been since I was quite young. My injuries,
disability, and my attitude have made me who I am today.
Scientific Proof
- The Science Behind Gratitude - How to Practice Gratitude - Happify Daily
The benefits of practicing gratitude are nearly endless. People who take time to reflect upon the things they are thankful for are happier, sleep better, express more compassion and kindness, and even have stronger immune systems. - This Is Scientific Proof That Happiness Is A Choice | HuffPost
Scientific ways that choosing to be happy, in your life, is a healthy choice.
Positiveness Takes Practice
My son, who is now thirty, told me, "You're the strongest person I
know." His attitude has made me think differently about myself. As a
child, I was quite angry, hurt, and alone. My mother was physically and
mentally abusive towards me. I accepted Jesus, in my life, at age 14.
This event turned my world around. My life became focused more on
others, rather than on myself. The angry, hurt, and the selfish girl I
use to be is soon gone. I looked forward to each day I had. I became
more aware of the beauty around me than of the hate that lived in my
home. I learned that I could be thankful for my life, though hard. With
my change in attitude, I became an Optimist.
Childlike Gratitude
Appreciate and Encourage
"The way to develop the best that is in a person is by appreciation and encouragement." —Charles Schwab
I
am an Optimist. I focus on the good things in my life and not the bad.
I know I am here for a purpose. I keep my chin up when life is hard. My
purpose changes from day to day and situation to situation. I am
grateful for my birth mother. I would not be the strong person I am
today if I had not endured trials. I would not have found the perfect
love I have in my husband, children, and grandchildren. They bring me
such joy. I am grateful for them. I am grateful for my father and my
step-mom. They are great parents. My parents are loving and kind.
I'm Grateful
10 Scientific ways to be happy:
- Pray or meditate
- Practice smiling
- Sleep More
- Enjoy family and friends
- Move closer to work
- Go outside frequently
- Help others
- Plan a trip
- Exercise 7 minutes a day
- Practice gratitude
My Gratitude Jourmal
I
keep a Gratitude Journal, though I do slack sometimes, but in my prayer
life, my gratitude abounds. I am working on making my Gratitude Journal
a priority in my life. I am taking my 10 minutes for myself. I hope
that you can too. It will truly change your life.
http://www.liveandlovework.com/2013/11/08/30-day-gratitude-challenge/
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