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The Power of Gratitude

Gratitude seems unnecessary in a modern world of instant gratification. The power of gratitude should not be understated because noticing special moments like spending time with friends, watching the sunset, or enjoying a walk in the park. Gratitude turns what little you have into abundance and changes your perspective in a world of challenges and needs. 

What Is Gratitude? 

Watch the Productivity Guy's What Is Gratitude to explore being aware of and thankful for the good things in your life and expressing appreciation for them through an animated video:


 Practicing Being Grateful

Gratitude is a social emotion or an attitude that strengthens relationships. When one helps or is thankful for another, they often repay the kindness. Having a grateful mind and developing a framework of positivity lets you see challenges as a gift or an opportunity to overcome adversity. 

Advocacy is often centered on seeing the light at the end of the tunnel, even when you are inclined to not speak out. Find more tips here:  https://www.betterup.com/blog/gratitude-definition-how-to-practice.

Gratitude Journals

Where to start? It's time to journal; a gratitude journal is a daily or weekly effort to find appreciation in your life for things that are taken for granted. Read more for ideas on different types of journals here: https://www.verywellmind.com/writing-in-a-gratitude-journal-for-stress-relief-3144887.

Can you share one thing that you would do differently to show gratitude? Let us know in the comments below!

Resources...

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Link to SPAN's Youth in the Know Resource Page: Youth in the Know
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