Why Gratitude is the Secret to Happiness
Finding joy in the simple act of appreciation
We often overlook the tremendous power of thankfulness in a society that constantly encourages us to strive for more: more achievement, more money, more recognition. We turn our attention from what is lacking to what is abundant when we take a moment to be grateful for what we currently have. This small change in perspective has the power to elevate commonplace experiences into remarkable gifts.
Being grateful is a practice rather than only a passing emotion. By expressing our gratitude for the good things in our lives daily, we start a positive feedback loop that draws in more blessings. We find the real meaning of happiness when we take some time to ponder and count our blessings.
As Melody Beattie beautifully puts it, “Gratitude turns what we have into enough, and more.”
