I forgot my lunch.
It’s all too hard.
My friend was mean to me.
I think I’m getting sick (COVID-19 fear).
I’m angry with the world!
Too much work and too little time.
My leg hurts/My brain hurts.
“Gratia” is the Latin origin for “gratitude” and means grace, graciousness, or gratefulness. Gratitude is an appreciation from receipt of something tangible or intangible from an individual.
In positive psychology research, gratitude is strongly and consistently associated with greater happiness. Gratitude helps people feel more positive emotions, relish good experiences, improve their health, deal with adversity, and build strong relationships.
Gratitude and happiness are more than just a state of mind or a gesture. There are some serious science-based theories behind each of these emotional states of being, and this science tells us that giving thanks makes you happier.
There is a direct link between happiness and gratitude. Expressing gratitude brings about happiness for the one giving thanks. The more someone is thankful or feels gratitude, the less there is time or room for negative thoughts.
Being happy is actually good for your health. Science tells us that increased happiness leads to:
In times of crisis like drought, bushfires, political chaos and pandemics, gratitude is something of an emotional life vest.
So to be happier and healthier (physically and emotionally) the advice is that you consider:
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