Gratitude

by Ali Bierman

Living in happiness and expressing gratitude tend to go hand-in-hand. Makes sense. Did you know that both actually improve your level of well being?

People who express gratitude release feel good chemicals into their bloodstream. That good feeling leads to a healthier immune system and an increased sense of happiness–whatever happiness means to you.

By Dave Sherwin

I heard about the Gratitude Rock on the movie The Secret. It’s been a powerful, life transforming story that has literally changed the lives of millions of people form every country, creed and background. For those that haven’t heard it, let me tell you the “Readers Digest” version of the Gratitude Rock, including the story behind the story.

Lee Brower is the businessman who initiated the gratitude rock movement. One of his daughters was struggling with substance abuse. Together, they found the best facility to treat her, and after an emotional parting … read more

By Sheryl Schlameuss Berger

Inspirational and motivational experts encourage us to incorporate a gratitude and appreciation practice into our lives. This helps bring us into a very positive state of awareness and receiving.

As we appreciate the good in our lives and focus on it, the exhilarating positive vibrations that we give off serve to draw more of the same to us! Understanding and using this concept can greatly enhance our life by supercharging our sense of accomplishment and self-worth.

Here’s another super-simple way to begin an appreciation and gratitude exercise daily – just start thinking and speaking your appreciation for everything you see all day. Start with the things in your immediate vicinity when you wake up in the morning.

“I appreciate this bed. I appreciate these slippers. I appreciate having a cozy home to live in.” As you continue with your day, deliberately focus on your appreciation for everything and everyone you encounter.

Is it possible to feel grateful for the challenges you face on a daily basis? Yes, if you get into the habit of recognizing the benefits the challenges offer to you! What benefits, you ask?

Most of us think of challenges as big mountains that stand between us and our goals. That seems like a bad thing at first glance. But ask any mountain climber what benefits they gain from conquering such rough terrain and they would probably talk your ear off about overcoming fears, sharpening focus, physical strength and building character. Mountains don’t seem like … read more