THE ART OF GRATITUDE
We know that growing a beard can do wonders for helping you feel more awesome.
But what if there was a way to kick those feelings of awesomeness up another notch?
There is—the art of gratitude.
According to the research, consistent feelings of gratitude can improve overall happiness and boost physical and psychological health. Studies show that practicing gratitude helps shift focus away from negative emotions like envy, resentment, and anger—emotions that we tend to dwell on.
HOW TO PRACTICE GRATITUDE
• Take a few minutes each day to write down some things you are grateful for — big or small. It doesn’t always have to be a significant life-changing event. In fact, a gratitude practice is most beneficial when you can focus on little things.
• Don’t lose sight of the bad. You don’t want to dwell on it, but gratitude is more gratifying in the face of the hard times you’ve overcome or are working through.
• Make it a habit. Research shows that a gratitude practice doesn’t yield results overnight but over a continued period of habitual practice. Practice gratitude long enough, and you’ll start to replace negative emotions with a long list of things you are thankful for.
Essentially, practicing gratitude is like growing a beard on your soul.
And one last thing— we’re grateful that you’re here reading this email right now.