dimanche 17 février 2013

How Gratitude Can Transform Your Daily Life

By Olive Y. Volino


It is amazing just how one simple, easy, positive action can transform so much in an individual's life.

One of the things which have had the biggest effect on my entire life is definitely the recognition of the power of gratitude.Yes, simply giving thanks!

It has changed everything. It has made me a more positive person, a more prosperous person and a much better achiever. A much better husband and also father and son plus brother (at the very least, I like to think so). A more joyful person. I'm not perfect; but gratitude has made me better.

Could it improve your life too? I can guarantee it. You may not get the very same benefits as I have, but there's no doubt in my thoughts that the simple act of gratitude regularly can change anyone's life, positively and also right away. How many other changes can claim to be that quick, that simple, and that profound?

Let's check out a number of the methods for you to include gratitude into your life, and how it will improve your life. These are just a few examples, based on my experience and the experiences of others I've spoke with and not all will apply to your daily life. Nevertheless select the ones you think is useful for you.

1. Have a morning gratitude session. Take 1 minute each morning (set a daily routine) to think of those who have done something nice for you personally, to consider all the things in your lifetime you're grateful for. You won't get to all things in one minute, but it is enough. And it'll immediately make your day, and help you start your day off right. Can you imagine a much better use of 1 minute? You may also send a grateful card in a single minute.

2. When you're having a difficult day ... generate a gratitude list. We all have those bad days occasionally. We are consumed with stress from work. We get screamed at by somebody. We lose a family member. We hurt a family member. We lose a contract or even do poorly on a project. One of the things that can make a bad day much better is making a list of everything you're thankful for. There are always things to be grateful for - family members, health, having a job, possessing a roof over your head and clothing on your back, life itself.

3. Instead of getting mad at somebody, display gratitude. That is a significant changing of attitudes - really a complete flip. And so this isn't always easy to do. But I can easily promise you that it is an excellent move to make. If you get mad at your co-worker, for instance, because of something she or he did ... bite your tongue and don't react in anger. Instead, take some deep breaths, relax, and try to think of good reasons you're thankful for that person. Has that individual done anything good for you? Has that person ever done a great job? Find something, anything, even when it's difficult. Concentrate on those ideas that make you thankful. It will slowly change your mood. And if you get in a good enough mood, display your own gratitude to that particular person. It will transform your mood, your relationship, as well as help make things better. Right after displaying appreciation, you could request a favor - can he please refrain from shredding your own important documents in the future? As well as in the context of your gratitude, such a favor isn't such a hard thing for the co-worker to give.




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