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How To Be Thankful
And why you should.
Most people don’t really think about being thankful, but there are many benefits to having gratitude.
Researchers have been publishing studies for years that show the benefits of being grateful. They have discovered that it can boost your immune system, lower blood pressure, decrease depression and improves your love life.
Those are all great reasons to be more grateful. But the benefits don’t stop there. It can also help you feel more relaxed, and have healthier habits like eating more nutritious foods and exercising.
Being thankful helps you notice all the positive things in your life and can help you be better equipped to handle difficult life situations.
So how can you be more grateful? Well I’m glad you asked. Here are some ways you can fit gratitude into your life.
When I wake up in the morning the first thing I do is find something to be thankful for. It doesn’t have to be anything big. It can be as simple as being thankful you had a bed to sleep in or a pillow to lay your head on. Being thankful first thing in the morning help get your day started in a positive way.
Another thing you can do is keep a journal for all the little things you are thankful for during the day. You may be surprised at how many simple things you take for…