What does it mean to practice gratitude?

Gratitude is simply defined as the state of being grateful. It involves expressing thanks or appreciation for something, from a gift to life itself.

Gratitude involves recognition of the positive things in your life and how they affect you. This can range from acknowledging a beautiful flower you pass on the sidewalk to the feeling of thanks that comes from recovering from a serious illness.

You can practice gratitude in lots of different ways, like:

• gratitude exercises, such as journaling
• paying attention to the little things in life, like the birds in the trees
• telling someone you’re grateful for them or for something they did, even if it was a long time ago
• doing something kind for someone in your life to express your gratitude
• meditating on the positive aspects of your life
• giving thanks through prayer