Be Thankful for What You Have: How to Practice Gratitude
- List what you have that others may not – Recognize the blessings in your life that are often taken for granted.
- Keep your list handy – Reflect on these blessings daily, and be grateful for the good in your life to attract even more.
- Say them out loud – While doing your morning routine, like brushing your teeth, repeat your gratitude list daily.
- Feel it in your heart – Start when you truly feel the gratitude in your heart, body, and mind.
- Be honest with yourself – Start small and add to the list as you genuinely begin to feel more grateful.
- Smile while you say them – Put yourself in a positive mood, allowing the gratitude to come from your heart.
- Limit social media – Avoid mindlessly scrolling through social media to steer clear of negativity and unnecessary comparisons.
- Distance yourself from negativity – Avoid socializing with negative or envious people, or those who gossip.
- Focus on positive energy – Stay centered on positivity and your personal goals.
- Make changes in your life – If you want change, you must take action and create it within yourself.