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Tara Brach, the founder and mentor of the Insight Meditation Community Of Washington (n.d.), described that, beginning and successfully participating in guided gratitude meditation has four basic requirements:

Daily practice – Consistency is vital for any meditation. To explore and enjoy the full benefits of guided meditation practice, it is vital that we commit to daily practice.

Location and time – The brain works in strange ways. If we choose a particular time and place for practicing guided meditation every day, chances are better that we will benefit from it more. Most practitioners recommend using a comfortable spot for meditation practice that is free from excess light, sound, or physical distractions.

The right posture – The ideal guided meditation posture is a comfortable sitting position with the neck extended and the back straight. The proper stance allows smooth blood circulation and breathing. A tired body may tend to slouch the back or fold the legs, but it is vital that we correct the posture every time it goes wrong.

Zero judgment – The first time may be a complete failure. But we must not let it overrule our commitment to daily practice. The mind may wander, get distracted, or get disappointed by the underachievements, but our goal is to prevent this frustration and look beyond the temporary obstacles.

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"Every sunset is an opportunity to reset. Every sunrise begins with new eyes"

-Richie Norton

Have you ever watched a sunset or sunrise? They're beautiful, right?

Have you watched the sunrise and thought of it as a new lease on life? Each day, we have the infinite power to choose; with that choice comes the freedom to create or recreate life.

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Gratitude, thankfulness, or gratefulness is from the Latin word gratus, which means "pleasing" or "thankful." Is regarded as a feeling of appreciation (or similar positive response) by a recipient of another's kindness. This can be gifts, help, favors, or another form of generosity to another person. The absence of gratitude where gratitude is expected is called ingratitude or ungratefulness. Historically, gratitude has been a part of several world religions. It also has been a topic of interest to ancient, medieval, and modern philosophers.

The study of gratitude in psychology has included an attempt to understand the short term experience of the gratitude response (state gratitude), individual differences in how frequently gratitude is felt among individuals (trait gratitude), and the relationship between these two. The therapeutic benefits of gratitude have also been taken into consideration.

Gratitude is the expression of appreciation for what one has. It is a recognition of value independent of monetary worth. Spontaneously generated from within, it is an affirmation of goodness and warmth. This social emotion strengthens relationships, and its roots run deep in evolutionary history—emanating from the survival value of helping others and being helped in return.

Studies show that specific areas of the brain are involved in experiencing and expressing gratitude. Brain scans of people assigned a task that stimulates expression of gratitude show lasting changes in the prefrontal cortex that heighten sensitivity to future experiences of gratitude.

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Gratitude involves showing appreciation for the things in life that are meaningful or valuable to you. Taking a moment to notice and acknowledge the things you’re grateful for each day can brighten your outlook, boost your mood, and help you feel more positive in the face of challenges.

While it’s easy to feel a rush of joy after winning the lottery or receiving a big promotion at work, gratitude extends to the smaller blessings in life that are often overlooked or taken for granted. Even the smallest moments, such as a brief chat with a friend, a kind gesture from a stranger, a cool breeze on a hot day, or a peaceful stroll in nature, are things that you can be thankful for.

Social benefits

Gratitude has the potential to enhance the quality of your relationships. Expressing your appreciation for a friend or family member shows them that you care and opens the door for more positive interactions in the future. For example, if you tell your friend that you appreciate them offering you a shoulder to lean on in tough times, your friend will recognize their importance and continue to be there for you. You may also feel compelled to reciprocate their acts of kindness.

Gratitude can have social benefits that extend beyond your relationships with loved ones. Research shows that being on the receiving end of gratitude can lead even acquaintances to be more helpful and generous. Try telling coworkers or neighbors how much you appreciate them. You could create a chain reaction of prosocial behavior that enhances your workplace or community.

Physical health benefits

Gratitude can also come with plenty of physical benefits as well. For example, as your gratefulness reduces your stress and brings you closer to loved ones, you may see a decrease in your blood pressure and levels of inflammation. This can give way to better overall cardiovascular health.

Research also shows that grateful people are more likely to engage in healthy behaviors, such as exercising regularly and following a healthy diet. This may be because they’re able reframe healthy lifestyle choices as opportunities rather than obstacles.

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Today I am grateful that I had the day off yesterday and spent it with friends at the beach.

What are you most grateful for today?

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Today I am grateful that I had the day off yesterday and spent it with friends at the beach.

What are you most grateful for today?

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These suggestions adapted from Sansone & Sansone (2010) and Emmons (2010) are easy to do daily or weekly.

-Journal about things, people, or situations for which you are grateful. Consider including negative situations like avoiding an accident, for instance.

-Think about someone for whom you are grateful

-Write a gratitude letter to someone for whom you are thankful. Consider sending it or giving it to them in person.

-Meditate on gratitude (present moment awareness).

-Do the “Count Your Blessings” exercise (at the end of the day, write down three things for which you were grateful)

-Practice saying “thank you” in a real and meaningful way. Be specific. For example, “Thank you for taking the time to read this article and leave a comment. I enjoy reading your contributions because they broaden my understanding of this subject.”

-Write thank you notes. Some might say this is a lost art. Challenge yourself to write one hand-written note every week for one month.

-If religious, pray about your gratitude or use specific prayers of gratitude. Interfaith Worker Justice offers Muslim, Jewish, and Christian examples. Secular Seasons has several graces and invocations. You also can find a collection of secular gratitude approaches on Be. Orlando Humanist Fellowship.

-Recall a negative event. Doing this helps you appreciate your current situation.

-Be mindful of your five senses. How does each enhance your life?

-Create visual reminders to practice gratitude. Sticky notes, notifications, and people are great for this.

-Focus on the good that others have done on your behalf.

-Actions lead to gratitude. Smile, say thank you, and write gratitude letters.

-Be grateful gazer. Be on the lookout for opportunities to feel grateful.

-Give something up. We tend to adapt to newness; sometimes it’s a good idea to give something up so that we can increase our appreciation of it.

-Think about what your life would be like if a specific positive event wouldn’t have happened. Write all the decisions and events that would have been different in your life.

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Today I am grateful for the tourists who come to visit where I live and help boost our economy.

Big Love,
Weichy xxx 🇻🇮

What are you most grateful for today?!

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Ah! I have missed posting my gratitude but I have been going through some personal things that took priority over social. But I’m back!

Today I am grateful for surprise visits from nature that bring me faith and hope that everything is going to work out just the way it is supposed to.

What are you most grateful for today?

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Gratitude, thankfulness, or gratefulness is from the Latin word gratus, which means "pleasing" or "thankful." Is regarded as a feeling of appreciation (or similar positive response) by a recipient of another's kindness. This can be gifts, help, favors, or another form of generosity to another person. The absence of gratitude where gratitude is expected is called ingratitude or ungratefulness. Historically, gratitude has been a part of several world religions. It also has been a topic of interest to ancient, medieval, and modern philosophers.

Keeping a gratitude journal

An effective technique you can use to reinforce your practice is a gratitude journal. Gratitude journals invite you to write down the things you’re grateful for, then remember and/or give voice to them as you do your gratitude meditation. Gratitude journals don’t necessarily need to be part and parcel of your guided gratitude meditation practice.

Benefits of gratitude meditation

As with journaling, there’s a science to gratitude meditation. Research has shown that benefits include an elevated sense of well-being, lower incidences of depression, better sleep, and greater trust. Most often, the rewards are felt virtually immediately, which means that practicing gratitude meditation even once can enhance well-being.

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