Did you know that being specifically thankful is scientifically proven to increase your joy? Yes! Amazing huh?
That’s why I make resources like the Summer Thanks journal. It’s got 31 thanks prompts to help you increase your thankfulness, and therefore your joy!
Thankfulness has loads of other benefits too. Here’s some:
1 Improved mental health: Gratitude has been linked to reduced symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress.
2 Enhanced psychological well-being: Grateful individuals often experience higher levels of life satisfaction and overall happiness.
3 Better sleep quality: Expressing gratitude before bed has been shown to improve sleep duration and quality.
4 Increased resilience: Gratitude helps individuals cope with adversity and bounce back from challenging situations.
5 Strengthened relationships: Grateful people tend to have more positive and fulfilling relationships with others.
6 Boosted self-esteem: Acknowledging and appreciating one’s own strengths and accomplishments through gratitude can enhance self-esteem.
7 Improved physical health: Gratitude has been associated with lower blood pressure, reduced inflammation, and a stronger immune system.
8 Increased empathy and compassion: Gratitude promotes prosocial behavior and fosters empathy and compassion towards others.
9 Greater optimism: Grateful individuals tend to have a more positive outlook on life and a greater sense of optimism for the future.
10 Improved emotional regulation: Gratitude can help individuals regulate and manage their emotions more effectively.
11 Increased energy levels: Expressing gratitude has been linked to higher levels of energy and vitality.
12 Enhanced mindfulness: Gratitude practices encourage individuals to be present in the moment and appreciate the present.
13 Reduced materialism: Gratitude helps shift the focus from material possessions to the appreciation of non-material aspects of life.
14 Improved decision-making: Grateful individuals often make more thoughtful and considerate decisions.
15 Increased job satisfaction: Practicing gratitude at work has been associated with higher levels of job satisfaction and engagement.
16 Reduced symptoms of burnout: Gratitude can help combat feelings of burnout and increase overall well-being in the workplace.
17 Enhanced creativity: Gratitude has been shown to boost creativity and problem-solving abilities.
18 Increased motivation: Gratitude practices can increase intrinsic motivation and drive towards achieving personal goals.
19 Improved social connections: Grateful individuals tend to have stronger social support networks and develop deeper connections with others.
20 Longer lifespan: Studies suggest that practicing gratitude is associated with a longer and healthier life expectancy.
With that in mind, what are you waiting for? Order your Summer Thanks journal here and check out my other Thanks resources here.
Oh, and here’s a question for you about #thanktober