2023-11-20 23:14:00
The expression of gratitude towards others strengthens interpersonal relationships. Showing appreciation and recognition to friends, family, and colleagues can strengthen ties and foster cooperation.
By Rosa Cornejo Briceño. November 20, 2023. Published in Mail, November 18, 2023.
Gratitude plays an important role in people’s emotional and mental well-being. In fact, adopting an attitude of constant gratitude has been shown to provide multiple benefits on a holistic level. Here, I share some of them:
Improves mood. Gratitude brings with it feelings of happiness and joy. By appreciating the beauty and good in things, people can experience a more optimistic mood.
Reduces anxiety and depression. It acts as a buffer against anxiety and depression. By cultivating positive thoughts and emotions, people can counteract the negative effects of these conditions.
Promotes resilience. Help people better cope with challenges and adversities.
Improves social relationships. The expression of gratitude towards others strengthens interpersonal relationships. Showing appreciation and recognition to friends, family, and colleagues can strengthen ties and foster cooperation.
Promotes physical well-being. It can improve sleep quality, lower blood pressure, and strengthen the immune system.
Promotes empathy and generosity. When people feel grateful, they are more inclined to return kindness and be generous.
To cultivate gratitude and experience its benefits on well-being, you can carry out simple practices, such as keeping a gratitude journal, taking a few minutes each day to reflect on the things you are grateful for, or expressing appreciation to others. Gratitude is a powerful tool to improve quality of life and promote emotional and mental well-being.
This is an opinion article. The ideas and opinions expressed here are those of the author.
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