{"id":20137,"date":"2015-12-27T14:28:37","date_gmt":"2015-12-27T14:28:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.faithful-to-nature.co.za\/natural-organic-blog\/?p=20137"},"modified":"2015-12-27T14:28:37","modified_gmt":"2015-12-27T14:28:37","slug":"practicing-gratitude","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.faithful-to-nature.co.za\/blog\/practicing-gratitude\/","title":{"rendered":"Practicing Gratitude"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s the end of the year again and before us lies another year, shiny and new like a gift. Life can feel so stressful and rushed sometimes that finding ways to touch base and count our blessing can be something we consciously have to decide to do. Practicing gratitude can enhance a sense of meaning and purpose in our lives and help us to appreciate the blessings we have even when times are tough, see the magic and beauty around us and change our perspective in a way that allows us to take joy in the small things too.<\/p>\n

Studies have linked writing down the things we\u2019re grateful for to a myriad of benefits such as better sleep, fewer symptoms of illness, more happiness, better self-worth and self-esteem and improved relationships with others.<\/p>\n

So perhaps starting a conscious practice of gratitude is something to consider as you embark on the adventure of 2016. Here are some ways you can begin:<\/p>\n

Keep a Gratitude Journal<\/h1>\n
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(Via greatergood<\/a>)<\/p><\/div>\n

Tips for writing in a gratitude journal:<\/em><\/p>\n

Make a decision<\/em> that you want to be happier, don\u2019t just write things down for the sake of it. Be mindful and motivated<\/p>\n

Go into Detail<\/em> about the small things that matter rather than making sweeping statements that end up feeling impersonal<\/p>\n

Get personal:<\/em> examine your relationships with people and even yourself. Write about what you love and appreciate about yourself and others<\/p>\n

Imagine<\/em> what your life would be like if you didn\u2019t have certain things, it\u2019s a good way to really feel sincere gratitude<\/p>\n

Record surprises<\/em> and events that you didn\u2019t expect as these have a greater impact<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t force it:<\/em> you don\u2019t have to write every day. It’s been found that writing once or twice a week seems to have more impact on happiness – it\u2019s about quality not quantity<\/p>\n

(Source: greatergood<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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\u00a0Create a Gratitude Jar<\/h1>\n
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Another fun way to keep track of your blessings is with a Gratitude jar. Write down things you are grateful for and keep them in a big jar. At the end of next year you will be able to dip into the jar and see just how blessed you are. You can read your blessings out and share them with your loved ones if you like.<\/p>\n

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You can also write on stones, pieces of wood, ribbons and tie the ribbons in a tree or on a branch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Compliment People<\/h1>\n

Let people know you appreciate them, give them sincere compliments. It\u2019s a beautiful, unselfish form of gratitude that will not only improve your relationships but spread happiness to others too.<\/p>\n

Look For The Good<\/h1>\n
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Every time you see a penny… (via justpeachyblog<\/a>)<\/p><\/div>\n

Sometimes life is hard, but making the best of a bad situation can help you grow. Find the lessons in difficult experiences so you can be grateful for how you have learnt and grown.<\/p>\n

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