Why Graditude?
" Realize how short the walk is from graditude to happiness"
"Graditude turns what we have into enough and more"
Hi friend!
GRADITUDE has been a practice that I have been engaging in for the last five years. Every night between 7-8PM, I write a GRADITUDE list and send it out to my “GRADITUDE buddies.” GRADITUDE has changed my life. By doing my list in the evening, I am constantly thinking throughout the day about what I am GRATEFUL for knowing that others are expecting and looking forward to my list in the evening. This practice has kept me CONNECTED to people I would have lost contact with a long time ago. It keeps us engaged in each other lives and the practice has brought so much joy into my life.
GRADITUDE provides a deep sense of appreciation for the positive aspects of life. It's a mindset that involves recognizing and acknowledging the good things, big and small, that we have in our lives.
Being GRATEFUL is one of the simplest, and yet the most powerful habits you can cultivate. By counting my blessings daily, I have conditioned my mind to look for the good in everything around me. I am not perfect at it, but it has certainly changed my mindset and is a huge part of my everyday life.
While it may seem that showing and being GRATEFUL is easy, most people struggle with it. It is much easier to focus on burdens than on gifts; to devote your attention to the things you don’t have, rather than the things you do have. Expressing GRADIUDE not only elevates our vibrational energy, making us more receptive to positive experiences, but it also helps us see life from a new perspective. We often find ourselves comparing ourselves to others, focusing on their perceived successes while overlooking our own. By practicing GRADITUDE, we shift our focus towards the blessings in our lives, no matter how small they may seem.
Remember, even in the midst of challenges, there are always things to be thankful for. By cultivating GRADITUDE, we can cultivate a more positive and fulfilling life.
The more you count your blessings, the more blessings you’ll have to count.
Why is GRADITUDE so important?
Boosts happiness: GRADITUDE has been scientifically linked to increased happiness and overall well-being. It shifts our focus away from negativity and towards positivity. By Practicing GRADITUDE in life, you are counting your blessings every day intentionally. This habit makes you a happier person day by day.
Builds a positive personality: You become a more responsible and upbeat person as you get older and learn to embrace life's challenges. Being GRATEFUL gives you a sense of resilience. The biggest advantage of GRADITUDE is that it helps you cultivate a good outlook on life when you practice it every day. Instead of being peeved for what you lack, you are GRATEFUL for what you do have.
Promotes better sleep and relaxation: You feel more at ease and get quality sleep. If you are unable to form the habit of journaling, try doing a 5-minute GRADITUDE practice. Taking five minutes before bed to reflect on the positive aspects of your day can make a big difference in your mental well-being. You'll find that practicing GRADITUDE before bed helps you sleep better.
Increases productivity: When you are GRATEFUL for your life, you are more excited to show what’s coming up. You are energized to work ahead and enjoy your life’s progress. GRADITUDE promotes you to be more focused on better things. After practicing GRADITUDE on a daily basis, you are inspired to make better decisions.
Assists in living a long and healthy life: Promotes a stronger immune systems. Daily GRADITUDE practice helps you become more self-aware and helps you identify harmful habits that are preventing you from leading the healthy life you desire.
Improves mental health: GRADITUDE provides lifelong peace and happiness. When you realize the importance of GRADITUDE in daily life, you have more control over your negative emotions. When we express GRADITUDE, our brain produces some chemicals which make us feel good and you experience happiness from the inner side.
Builds trust and enthusiasm: GRADITUDE provides an awareness that allows you to find the good in all situations. When you cultivate GRADITUDE, you truly purge the bad energy from your life and become excited about what lies ahead. You now have the self-assurance to put your trust in other people, and you view life as an endless source of learning and exploration. You count your blessings on a daily basis.
Reduces stress: Expressing GRADITUDE can help reduce stress and anxiety by promoting a more optimistic outlook.
Improves relationships: GRADITUDE can strengthen relationships by fostering feelings of CONNECTION and appreciation for others.
Enhances resilience: A GRATEFUL mindset can help us cope with challenges and setbacks more effectively.
Promotes contentment: GRADITUDE helps us appreciate the present moment and find contentment in our lives.
Trust me, a person who is GRATEFUL thinks more positively, feels happier and more in love, and is less stressed. The general well-being of people rises when we live GRATEFUL lives because we are fostering a happier and less competitive environment around us.
In essence, GRADITUDE is a powerful tool for cultivating a more fulfilling and meaningful life. By focusing on what we have, rather than what we lack, we can create a more positive and fulfilling experience.
Example of one of my GRADITUDE lists:
My freedom
Home with my partner- settling in for the night
Nice hot shower to wash off the day
Parents landed safely in Hilton Head
My son had a great day at school and is loving volleyball
Peace, serenity, and calmness in my heart
Proud of myself for pursuing my dreams/goals
Met with a sponsee- finished step 10
Self-Care- gave myself a manicure
Sponsee took her first hosting position- so proud of her
5Am run0 Connection, Meditation, Reflection, Nature, body movement
A solid nap
my recovery
YOU!!!!
Are you interested in starting a graditude practice? What would your list look like? Let’s chat
XO Jenna
