Seeking Gratitude

In the past decade, society has taken the time to intentionally place mindfulness and mental health on the same level of importance as our physical health.

As we continue to grow and find balance in juggling the essential attributes that allow us to feel whole and grow closer to our true essence, gratitude has been a significant focus point for many of us.

Gratitude happens when we go beyond just appreciating something to expressing it and acknowledging it.

In a recent study, Harvard Health Medical Journal explains that people acknowledge the goodness in their lives with gratitude. In the process, people usually recognize that the source of that goodness lies at least partially outside themselves. As a result, being grateful also helps people connect to something larger than themselves as individuals — whether to other people, nature, or a higher power.

In positive psychology research, gratitude is strongly and consistently associated with greater happiness. Gratitude helps people feel more positive emotions, relish good experiences, improve their health, deal with adversity, and build strong relationships.

The practice of gratitude teaches us to hold a posture of receptiveness and embrace beauty without being in control.

As we long to return to the pre-pandemic rush, we also take time to embrace the stillness that the past year has taught us. During this holiday season, we hope you find time to relish in the beauty of gratitude.

“Gratitude happens when we go beyond just appreciating something to expressing it and acknowledging it. ”