Gratitude is an attitude that brings us good health and happiness. We do not necessarily have to feel grateful for our present place in life, but if we perform gracious acts, it will come naturally.
Researchers are reporting that the words “thank you” might be the secret to good health and a long life.
Robert A. Emmons, Ph.D., a professor of psychology at University of California at Davis, tells me: “Gratitude is an attitude, not a feeling that can be easily willed . . . “Attitude change often follows behavior change. By living the gratitude that we do not necessarily feel, we can begin to feel that gratitude that we live.”
Smiling, saying “thank you,” sending thank-you notes, and making gratitude visits are attitude boosters.
Rita Watson: Gratitude as an attitude |projo.com
In this season of mad, hectic shopping, I was reminded on Charles Street last week that another way to express gratitude is by giving to others. Thank you, Jeff, collecting for Oxfam America from Grassroots Campaigns.
I encourage all of you to find a charity for which you are grateful and express thanks with a love gift.
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