Ways To Give Thanks
It's Thanksgiving, and we'd like to take a moment to list some of our favorite new and creative ways to express gratitude and be thankful.
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Write a gratitude letter: Write a letter to someone you're grateful for, expressing your appreciation and thanking them for the impact they've had on your life. You can choose to deliver the letter in person or send it by mail.
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Start a gratitude jar: Keep a jar in your home and write down something you're grateful for each day. Revisit the jar at the end of the month or year to reflect on all the things you have to be thankful for.
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Participate in acts of kindness: Express your gratitude by performing random acts of kindness for others, such as helping a neighbor with their grocery shopping or volunteering at a local shelter.
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Create a gratitude board: Create a visual representation of the things you're grateful for by making a gratitude board. You can use a cork board, a whiteboard, or even a digital bulletin board to display pictures, quotes, and other reminders of the things you're thankful for.
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Give thanks in the moment: Take a moment each day to reflect on the things you're grateful for and express your gratitude in the moment, whether it's through a simple "thank you" or a hug.
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Keep a gratitude journal: Start a daily gratitude journal where you write down three things you're grateful for each day. You can use this journal as a way to reflect on the positive things in your life and appreciate the present moment.
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Say grace: If you're religious, consider saying grace before meals as a way to express gratitude for the food and the people in your life.
Remember, expressing gratitude can have a positive impact on your mental and emotional well-being, so try to incorporate it into your daily routine in a way that feels meaningful to you.