What are You Giving Thanks for This Year?
This holiday season, remember to embrace the power of gratitude.
Published on October 29, 2019
The Little Book of Hygge: Danish Secrets to Happy Living
Meik WikingHygge (pronounced Hoo-ga) is a way of life in Denmark, comprised of intimate friendships, mindfulness, and lots of candles. Is it any surprise that a country that focuses so much on engineering lovely moments tends to be happier than others? So, this Thanksgiving, remember to focus on being grateful for all the cozy little things and fuzzy feelings of togetherness.
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The Science of Gratitude: Research suggests saying thanks regularly can benefit your health.
I conducted an early Thanksgiving experiment on myself. I was in Reykjavik, Iceland, on a lecture trip. My morning was free, and I took it to write two pages about how lucky I am—something, I’m embarrassed to say, that I had never done before. Here i
Have you ever written a list of things you’re thankful for? If you haven’t, you should consider doing so and participating in such rituals regularly. Showing gratitude more often provides benefits like feeling more optimistic and less depressed, according to this article.
The Gift of Thanks: The Roots and Rituals of Gratitude
Margaret Visser What do we really mean when we say “thank you”? Go on an exploration around the world to get to the heart of the feeling of gratitude. A perfect accompaniment to the Thanksgiving season, this fascinating book is a cultural history and an inquiry into the biology and evolution of a powerful emotion.
Thanks A Thousand: A Gratitude Journey
A.J. JacobsAuthor A.J. Jacobs goes on his own gratitude journey as he sets out to thank every single person involved in making his daily cup of coffee. The normally grouchy Jacobs, who writes “I’m mildly to severely aggravated more than 50 percent of my waking hours,” thanks more than 1,000 people, from his local barista to farmers in Colombia. The transformative effects are stirring.
Choosing Gratitude: Your Journey to Joy
Nancy DeMoss WolgemuthHolidays can be a particularly trying time for those going through a rough patch in their life. Those who are struggling this season may find solace in this book. It includes a 30-day plan for prayer and other activities to help make gratitude a daily routine.