I believe that being grateful (thankful) does provide more to life. How about more happiness? Better health? Deeper relationships? Increased productivity? What if I told you that just one thing can help you in all of those areas?
With Thanksgiving coming upon us very soon, I thought I would look at what it means to be thankful, to have gratitude. While in my search, I stumbled upon this list. And what a list it is.
This list of benefits was compiled by aggregating the results of more than 40 research studies on gratitude.
Here is the list, without any comments, explanations, definitions, stats, etc. For all the details, go to this site: 31 Benefits
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Gratitude makes us happier.
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Gratitude generates social capital.
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Gratitude makes us healthier.
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Gratitude boosts our career.
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Gratitude strengthens our emotions.
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Gratitude develops our personality.
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Gratitude makes us more optimistic.
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Gratitude reduces materialism.
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Gratitude increases spiritualism.
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Gratitude makes us less self-centered.
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Gratitude increases self-esteem.
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Gratitude improves your sleep.
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Gratitude keeps you away from the doctor.
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Gratitude lets you live longer.
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Gratitude increases your energy levels.
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Gratitude makes you more likely to exercise.
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Gratitude helps us bounce back.
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Gratitude makes us feel good.
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Gratitude makes our memories happier.
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Gratitude reduces feelings of envy.
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Gratitude helps us relax.
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Gratitude makes you friendlier.
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Gratitude helps your marriage.
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Gratitude makes you look good.
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Gratitude helps you make friends.
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Gratitude deepens friendships.
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Gratitude makes you a more effective manager.
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Gratitude helps you network.
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Gratitude increases your goal achievement.
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Gratitude improves your decision making.
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Gratitude increases your productivity.