Gratitude saves a broken heart
This is one of the things I’ve heard somewhere in passing. It has stuck with me for a very long time. I remember that I heard it from a YouTube video. But when I tried to look for it, it no longer exists. Even the channel is no longer found. But I still remember these words.
It is the general practice of expressing thanks
Gratitude is the general practice of expressing thanks for our lives, especially during times of difficulty and transition. It is a positive emotion, similar to appreciation, often after receiving a present, material or otherwise. Gratitude is a feeling that is typically aimed towards the giver. It can be an individual or a higher power. Research shows that positive emotions like gratitude are closely connected to health and wellness.
Practicing gratitude is something that is often found in mindfulness practices and practices of forming better habits. It’s even a part of psychotherapy sessions. It allows you to focus on the best parts of your life, even the most mundane. This focus on the positive can encourage better mental health. This is because it shifts your attention away from toxic emotions.
Constantly integrating gratitude into your life and habits is crucial to mentally enhance your mood
Constantly integrating gratitude into your life and habits, especially amid a crisis is crucial to mentally enhance your mood. Because you’re shifting away from toxic thoughts, you’re also helping yourself develop a resilience to tackling present challenges or concerns. This helps to further develop coping habits and systems that can deal with stress and anxiety.
It can even improve sleep and boost immunity. It can even help your body respond to diseases such as respiratory infections or gastrointestinal problems. One research showed that focusing on the positive things to be thankful for every night before bed helps you relax when preparing to sleep. Another person experienced decreased headaches, better skin, less stomach discomfort and less congestion after maintaining a gratitude journal for fourteen days.
