It's amazing how one simple, easy, positive action can change much in a person's life.
One of those things that have had the greatest impact on my entire life is the realization of the power of gratitude.Yes, merely giving thanks!
It has affected everything. It has made me a far more optimistic individual, a far more productive individual and a better achiever. A better husband and father and son plus brother (at least, I like to think so). A more joyful individual. I'm not excellent; nevertheless gratitude has made me better.
Can it improve your life too? I can guarantee it. You might 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 right away. How many other changes may claim to be that quick, that easy, and that serious?
Let us take a look at a number of the ways you can include gratitude into your life, and just how it will improve your life. These are just some examples, based on my experience and 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 one minute in the morning (set a daily ritual) to think of the people who have done something good for you, to think of all the things in your lifetime you are pleased for. You won't get to all things in 1 minute, but it's enough. And it will instantly make your day, and also help you begin your day off correctly. Can you imagine a better use of one minute? You can even send a grateful card in a single minute.
2. When you're having a hard day ... generate a gratitude listing. All of us have those bad days at times. We are consumed with stress from work. We get screamed at by somebody. We lose a loved one. We hurt a family member. We lose a contract or even do badly on a project. One thing that can make a bad day far better is making a list of everything you're grateful for. There are usually things to be thankful for - loved ones, overall health, having a work, possessing a roof over your head and clothes on your back, life itself.
3. Rather than getting mad at somebody, show gratitude. That's a major switching of behaviour - really a complete flip. And thus this is not easy to do. However I can easily promise you that it is an excellent thing to do. When you get mad at your co-worker, for example, because of something he or she did ... bite your tongue and don't react in anger. Instead, take deep breaths, calm down, and then try to think of good reasons you are thankful for that person. Has that person done anything nice for you personally? Has that individual ever done a great job? Locate something, anything, even when it is hard. Concentrate on those things 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 person. It will improve your mood, your own relationship, and help make things better. Right after displaying gratitude, you can ask for a favor - can he please avoid shredding your own important documents in the future? And in the context of one's gratitude, such a favor isn't such a hard thing for that co-worker to give.
One of those things that have had the greatest impact on my entire life is the realization of the power of gratitude.Yes, merely giving thanks!
It has affected everything. It has made me a far more optimistic individual, a far more productive individual and a better achiever. A better husband and father and son plus brother (at least, I like to think so). A more joyful individual. I'm not excellent; nevertheless gratitude has made me better.
Can it improve your life too? I can guarantee it. You might 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 right away. How many other changes may claim to be that quick, that easy, and that serious?
Let us take a look at a number of the ways you can include gratitude into your life, and just how it will improve your life. These are just some examples, based on my experience and 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 one minute in the morning (set a daily ritual) to think of the people who have done something good for you, to think of all the things in your lifetime you are pleased for. You won't get to all things in 1 minute, but it's enough. And it will instantly make your day, and also help you begin your day off correctly. Can you imagine a better use of one minute? You can even send a grateful card in a single minute.
2. When you're having a hard day ... generate a gratitude listing. All of us have those bad days at times. We are consumed with stress from work. We get screamed at by somebody. We lose a loved one. We hurt a family member. We lose a contract or even do badly on a project. One thing that can make a bad day far better is making a list of everything you're grateful for. There are usually things to be thankful for - loved ones, overall health, having a work, possessing a roof over your head and clothes on your back, life itself.
3. Rather than getting mad at somebody, show gratitude. That's a major switching of behaviour - really a complete flip. And thus this is not easy to do. However I can easily promise you that it is an excellent thing to do. When you get mad at your co-worker, for example, because of something he or she did ... bite your tongue and don't react in anger. Instead, take deep breaths, calm down, and then try to think of good reasons you are thankful for that person. Has that person done anything nice for you personally? Has that individual ever done a great job? Locate something, anything, even when it is hard. Concentrate on those things 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 person. It will improve your mood, your own relationship, and help make things better. Right after displaying gratitude, you can ask for a favor - can he please avoid shredding your own important documents in the future? And in the context of one's gratitude, such a favor isn't such a hard thing for that co-worker to give.
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