The first thing Alison C. Jones does when she wakes up is to name three things she’s grateful for. It can be as simple as the breeze from a fan or as meaningful as the way a friend showed up for her ...
Gratitude, whether felt or expressed, is good for mental health, and compliments at work are an employer’s greatest asset in improving performance. The Irish should learn to be less suspicious ...
The virtues of forgiveness, gratitude, and hope are developed through connections with others, according to Liz Gulliford, senior lecturer of psychology at the University of Northampton, UK. Gulliford examined forgiveness, gratitude, and hope from a positive psychology perspective in a lecture in Devlin Hall on Feb. 21.
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I have always thought that happiness, kindness, gratitude and a positive mindset are among the most powerful anti-aging ...
Experiencing higher levels of gratitude could lead to lower financial stress, new research published in De Gruyter Brill’s Open Psychology suggests. The study, led by Dr. Rona Hart at the University ...
People in their 50s and 60s who stay remarkably positive practice behaviors that may seem insignificant to them, but over time, they help make it easier to navigate life's inevitable challenges with a sense of optimism and perspective.
Gratitude is not just transactional reinforcement, it’s a connection between people. It affirms belonging, value, and shared purpose. Gratitude also humanizes work, affirming not just what someone did ...
Growing up, one of the first things you may have learned is: "Please and thank you are the magic words." Dr. Brittany ...
This “longstanding boost in your well-being,” at least in part, is due to three things happening simultaneously.
In today’s fast-paced world, mental health is something that is left behind by a lot of people. Sometimes, our emotional or psychological wellbeing might be struggling without us realising it. This ...
Public expressions of gratitude are generally viewed as positive social glue that strengthens relationships and signals warmth. However, new research suggests that offering effusive thanks may come ...
From affirmation cards to mirror mantras, a growing number of celebrities are turning to this as a daily ritual to manage anxiety, boost confidence and stay grounded in a high-pressure industry. What once belonged largely to the wellness world is now becoming part of the self-care toolkit for actors, athletes and public figures navigating fame and scrutiny.
On a Tuesday in October, I sat on the edge of my bed with a notebook and a felt-tip pen and wrote: “I’m grateful for the ...
Can writing gratitude daily improve mental health? Learn how gratitude journaling supports emotional wellbeing and reduces stress.
Recent research involving hundreds of Chinese adolescents suggests that the path from supportive parenting to a child’s long-term perseverance relies heavily on cultivating specific positive emotions.
Gratitude statements like “Thanks! You are so kind!” and “Thank you! What you did was really helpful,” are common when someone receives assistance from another person. Such expressions of gratitude ...
Gratitude grows deeper when you add one small word: “because.” Naming why something matters to you turns appreciation from ...