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Give Gratitude

why gratitude? “We can only be said to be alive in

those moments when our hearts are conscious of our

treasures.” ~ Thornton Wilder “The deepest craving of human

nature is the need to be appreciated.” ~ William James “As

we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the

highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by

them.” ~ John F. Kennedy “At times our own light goes out and is

rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has

cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have

lighted the flame within us.” ~ Albert Schweitzer

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Why gratitude?

0Giving gratitude shifts our attention away from the challenges we face toward the benefits we enjoy.

0Practicing awareness of positive things in life helps curb the brain’s natural tendency toward looking for negatives.

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Why gratitude?

Grateful people experience lower blood pressure, better sleep, and generally fewer complaints.

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Why gratitude?

Gratitude…

0Generates social capital

0Keeps us emotionally connected to friends and family

0Tames feelings of envy, regret, and bitterness, all of which can lead to stress

0Increases productivity

0Improves decision-making

0Contributes to a positive culture

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Take Action

Keep a weekly gratitude journal

0 List/Describe 5 things for which you’re grateful each week.

0 See each item as a gift and savor it!

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For Greatest Benefit…

0 Don’t let it become another task on your “to do” list.0 It’s better to elaborate on fewer things for which

you’re grateful than to create a superficial list.0 Reflect on what life would be like without a

particular blessing.0 Consider happy surprises as they elicit stronger

emotions.0 Don’t overdo it—start with a weekly journal, then

find the fit that works for you.

from researcher Robert A. Emmons, Ph.D., the world’s leading scientific expert on gratitude. He is a professor of psychology at the University of California, Davis, and the founding editor-in-chief of The Journal of Positive Psychology.

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Learn more about the science of gratitude…

http://bit.ly/leaderfitgratitude

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Give gratitude. Be happy.


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