Life is unpredictable and full of surprises. Gratitude can help you to feel more positive and hopeful. According to Jonah Robins it is becoming as a key ingredient for overcoming trauma and grief.
2. Know Purpose and Meaning
Instead of looking at the negative, gratitude can empower you to see the
opportunities in your life. While you are going through a challenge, gratitude
helps you to think about all of the things you are learning. You appreciate the
possibilities rather than the obstacles and you are able to find purpose and
meaning in your circumstances.
3. Physical And Mental Health
According to many experts, approaching
each day with gratitude can change our
mindset, your perspective, and even
your body chemistry. positive emotions
activate neural circuits related to novel,
creative thought processes." They allow
you to take on new perspectives.
4. Foster Healthy Relationships
It's no secret that maintaining healthy
relationships takes commitment and
dedication. The stress of the daily grind
can certainly put a strain on sound
partnerships and alliances. It's easy to
see the faults of others, especially with
the added pressure of a challenging
situation. Tension within the relationship
is bound to increase.
5. Build Trust
Open and honest communication is
extremely important during stressful
times. Too often people protect
their feelings by not communicating,
for fear of rejection or having their
emotions exposed. Talk openly and
honestly and don't be afraid to
express your emotions. This will help
to strengthen trust, foster growth
and increase empathy.
6. Peace And Acceptance
After enduring a plethora of emotional
ups and downs, there will be a time when
you realize that you cannot change or
"fix" your situation. With gratitude, you
will discover the determination and the
strength to make it a positive experience.
Through your acceptance, you can help
others in a similar situation and help
them to feel more optimistic and
encouraged.
7. Daily Practice
The power to discover the things in your life that you are thankful for, lies with
you. Look around and list the things and people for which you are thankful to have
in your life. Carry it with you and be aware of each moment when something
happens that makes you feel grateful and write it down.