It is amazing how one particular, easy, positive action can change much in an individual's life.
One of those things that have had the biggest effect on my life is definitely the realization of the power of gratitude.Yes, simply giving thanks!
It has affected everything. It has made me a far more optimistic person, a far more prosperous individual and a better achiever. A better husband and father and son plus brother (at the very least, I love to think so). A happier person. I'm not perfect; but gratitude has made me better.
Could it change your life also? I could guarantee it. You may not have the exact same benefits as I have, nevertheless there is no doubt in my thoughts that the simple act of gratitude on a regular basis will change anyone's life, positively and immediately. How many other changes can claim to be that quick, that simple, and that deep?
Let's take a look at a number of the ways you can include gratitude into your life, and just how it will change your life. These are merely a few examples, based on my experience and also the experiences of others I've spoke with and not all will certainly apply to your daily life. But select the ones you believe will work for you.
1. Have a morning gratitude session. Take 1 minute each morning (make it a daily practice) to consider those who have done something nice for you personally, to think of all the things in your life you're grateful for. You won't get to everything in 1 minute, nevertheless it is enough. And it'll instantly make you happy, and help you begin your entire day off correctly. Can you imagine a much better use of one minute? You can even send a grateful card in one minute.
2. When you're having a hard day ... generate a gratitude listing. All of us have those bad days occasionally. We're consumed with stress from work. We get screamed at by someone. We lose a family member. We hurt a family member. We lose a contract or even do poorly on a project. One of the things that can make a bad day far better is making a list of everything you are grateful for. There are usually circumstances to be grateful for - loved ones, health, having a work, having a roof over your head and clothes on your back, life alone.
3. Instead of getting mad at someone, show gratitude. That is a significant switching of attitudes - actually a complete change. And so this isn't easy to do. However I can promise you that it is an excellent move to make. If you get mad at your co-worker, for instance, because of something he or she did ... bite your tongue and don't respond in anger. Instead, take some deep breaths, relax, and then try to think of good reasons you are grateful for that person. Has that individual done anything nice for you personally? Has that individual ever done a great job? Locate something, anything, even if it's hard. Focus on those ideas that make you thankful. It will gradually change your mood. And if you get in a good enough mood, display your own gratitude to that particular individual. It'll transform your mood, your own relationship, and help make things better. After displaying gratitude, you can request a favor - can he please avoid shredding your important documents later on? As well as in the context of your gratitude, such a favor isn't such a hard thing for the co-worker to give.
One of those things that have had the biggest effect on my life is definitely the realization of the power of gratitude.Yes, simply giving thanks!
It has affected everything. It has made me a far more optimistic person, a far more prosperous individual and a better achiever. A better husband and father and son plus brother (at the very least, I love to think so). A happier person. I'm not perfect; but gratitude has made me better.
Could it change your life also? I could guarantee it. You may not have the exact same benefits as I have, nevertheless there is no doubt in my thoughts that the simple act of gratitude on a regular basis will change anyone's life, positively and immediately. How many other changes can claim to be that quick, that simple, and that deep?
Let's take a look at a number of the ways you can include gratitude into your life, and just how it will change your life. These are merely a few examples, based on my experience and also the experiences of others I've spoke with and not all will certainly apply to your daily life. But select the ones you believe will work for you.
1. Have a morning gratitude session. Take 1 minute each morning (make it a daily practice) to consider those who have done something nice for you personally, to think of all the things in your life you're grateful for. You won't get to everything in 1 minute, nevertheless it is enough. And it'll instantly make you happy, and help you begin your entire day off correctly. Can you imagine a much better use of one minute? You can even send a grateful card in one minute.
2. When you're having a hard day ... generate a gratitude listing. All of us have those bad days occasionally. We're consumed with stress from work. We get screamed at by someone. We lose a family member. We hurt a family member. We lose a contract or even do poorly on a project. One of the things that can make a bad day far better is making a list of everything you are grateful for. There are usually circumstances to be grateful for - loved ones, health, having a work, having a roof over your head and clothes on your back, life alone.
3. Instead of getting mad at someone, show gratitude. That is a significant switching of attitudes - actually a complete change. And so this isn't easy to do. However I can promise you that it is an excellent move to make. If you get mad at your co-worker, for instance, because of something he or she did ... bite your tongue and don't respond in anger. Instead, take some deep breaths, relax, and then try to think of good reasons you are grateful for that person. Has that individual done anything nice for you personally? Has that individual ever done a great job? Locate something, anything, even if it's hard. Focus on those ideas that make you thankful. It will gradually change your mood. And if you get in a good enough mood, display your own gratitude to that particular individual. It'll transform your mood, your own relationship, and help make things better. After displaying gratitude, you can request a favor - can he please avoid shredding your important documents later on? As well as in the context of your gratitude, such a favor isn't such a hard thing for the co-worker to give.
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