Dear Reader,
Gratitude, especially as it correlates to a higher sense of well-being, is a way of being that habitually focuses on noticing and appreciating the positive aspects of life. It’s being thankful for the people and experiences that make up your life.
People who score high on measures of gratitude understand that they have much to be thankful for. They reflect on how fortunate they are to have basic things such as food, clothing and shelter. They realize that things could be worse, that life is short and that it’s important to enjoy life as it is.
Gratitude does more than just create positive feelings. In surveys, a disposition toward thankfulness predicted a decreased risk of mental health disorders. It also helped people overcome trauma. A number of studies support a link between gratitude and being in a good mood and feeling happier and more satisfied with life. Gratitude has also been linked to self-acceptance, independence from peer pressure, personal growth, and a sense of purpose and control over your circumstances. | 
