Gratitude

The continuing discourse of ‘Responses’ My journey on this platform and resident in this community is still recent. While looking at stats recently, a specific number jumped out at me. The total tally of Responses to date that I have generated. Is it a large figure compared to other writer’s…

Art and music can evoke emotions and connect us to others in ways that words cannot. As we continue with the 30-Day Gratitude Challenge, today we focus on appreciating art and music. What is your favorite piece of art or favorite song?

defining betterism — Listen, my friend. You are not just a collection of flesh and bone. You are a work of art in progress, constantly evolving and improving. But let’s face it, the pursuit of self-optimization can be (more than) overwhelming. There are so many options, so many approaches, and so many distractions…

Do you ever find yourself getting bogged down by the stresses and difficulties of daily life? It can be easy to focus on the negatives, but research shows that actively practicing gratitude can have a significant positive impact on our well-being. One simple way to cultivate gratitude is by keeping…

Plant a gratitude tree from the best thing going on in your life. No matter how tiny, hopeless, or difficult it is. Look at this tree, it’s growing from the concrete. No soil is there. It is so happy its leaves spread out in gratitude. Tired of listening to Joan…

Positivity is Key! — Gratitude is the positive emotion we feel when we are thankful and appreciative for what we have in our lives. It involves recognizing and valuing the good things that one receives, as well as expressing appreciation and thankfulness towards others for their contributions, kindness, and support. Research has shown that…