Gratitude is a buzzword these days, but sometimes becoming more grateful is presented as an arbitrary journey towards metaphysical enlightenment.
If you don’t know what that means, don’t worry – neither do I.
As much as being grateful is about changing how you feel, it’s even more about changing what you do. Follow these three steps RIGHT NOW and you’ll be on your way to reaping all the rewards of a life filled with gratitude.
1. Answer this question. What’s the best thing that’s happened today? No matter how bad your day has been, there will always be a best thing. No matter how early it is, there will still be a best thing. Challenge yourself to spend some time throughout the day to revisit your best things. You may recall the pleasant smile of barista serving your morning coffee or the sight of mountains in front of the rising sun.
2. Pat yourself on the back. Gratitude isn’t all about the world around you. Building appreciation for yourself is a vital aspect of being a thankful person. Find something you can be grateful for about YOU. Thank your eyes for their ability to read this blog. Thank your hand for navigating to this website. Thank your mind and heart for their willingness to build gratitude.
3. Spread the word. Part any healthy gratitude practice is sharing your new-found skills and feelings with those around you. Social connection and compassion for others are incredible ways amplify your thankfulness. Take the time right now to send a text, write an email, make a phone call, or look over to the person next to you and express something you’re grateful for.
Repeat regularly (multiple times a day would be great) and let us know how it changes you.