BY: SHELBY PIERSON

WHAT IS GRATITUDE?

The state of being grateful;

thankfulness

“As we express our

gratitude, we must never

forget that th

e highest

appreciation is not to utter

words, but to live by them”

JOHN F. KENNEDY

How To Practice Gratitude:

•Write gratitude letters to those you appreciate

• Express gratitude in person by saying “Thank You”

• Express gratitude in art with a collage,

• Discuss what you are thankful for with a friend

• Set aside time during the day to devote specifically to gratitude

Positives of Being Grateful:

♦ Immune system boost♦ Promotes brain health

♦Peace of mind♦Reduces aggression♦Better relationships

♦More alert♦More energy

♦Manage stress better

“THE DEEPEST CRAVING OF HUMAN NATURE IS THE NEED TO BE APPRECIATED.”

-WILLIAM JAMES