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‘Tis the season to count your blessings! Every year millions of Americans gather together with friends and family to share what they’re grateful for from the past year. So, in the spirit of Thanksgiving I thought that it would be beneficial to share what being grateful could do for you. Here are the four benefits of being thankful that’ll help you get through life.
1. Better outlook on life.
This one you might have guessed but it is still very true. Holding gratitude in our hearts can in turn make us happier, healthier, and it has been shown to increase our years of life.
2. Being gracious can help you to bounce back when life gets rough.
When you need to remind yourself of what you have, or what you have accomplished so far, it can help to give you the boost you need to keep going on your journey.
3. Gratitude deepens relationships.
Having friends that you can just appreciate for always being there for you, or friends that you know will always have your back, can help you to get rid of the toxic friendships in your life.
4. Gratefulness can help you to sleep better.
According to a 2011 study published in Applied Psychology: Health and Well-Being, writing in a gratitude journal for 15 minutes every night before bed can help to improve sleep.
This holiday season you should choose to be grateful for family, friends, grace, and simply life. We all have the ability and have the opportunity to cultivate gratitude. Simply take a few moments of your time to appreciate all that you have rather than complaining about all the things you lack. Choose to recognize where you are now, and be grateful for the road ahead.