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The Value of Gratitude Journaling: A Practice for a Happier Life
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Getting caught up in negative thoughts and feelings in an attention economy is easy. We can find ourselves dwelling on what we don’t have or what’s not going right in our lives, leading to dissatisfaction and unhappiness. However, research shows that cultivating gratitude can significantly impact our well-being. Let’s explore the value of gratitude journaling as a powerful tool for promoting a happier, more fulfilling life.
What is Gratitude Journaling?
Gratitude journaling is a practice that involves writing down the things we are thankful for regularly. This can be done in a physical journal, an online document, or a mobile app. The key is to take the time to reflect on the positive aspects of our lives, whether big or small and to write them down in a tangible way.
How Does Gratitude Journaling Benefit Us?
Gratitude journaling has been shown to have various positive effects on our well-being. For one, it can help increase our overall happiness and life satisfaction. By focusing on the good things in our lives, we can cultivate a sense of contentment and appreciation for what we have rather than constantly striving for more.
Additionally, gratitude journaling can improve our mental health by reducing feelings of anxiety and depression. Research has shown that gratitude practices can help shift our focus away from negative thoughts and emotions and promote a more optimistic outlook.
How to Start Gratitude Journaling
Starting a gratitude journaling practice is simple and can be done in just a few easy steps. First, set aside a specific time each day to reflect on what you are thankful for. This could be in the morning, before bed, or during a quiet moment in the middle of the day.
Next, choose a format for your journaling, whether a physical notebook or a digital platform. Take a few moments to think about your gratitude and write it down meaningfully. It could be a simple list, a few sentences, or even a longer reflection.
Finally, commit to making gratitude journaling a regular part of your routine. Over time, you may find that the practice becomes easier and more natural and that you start to notice more and more things to be grateful for in your life.
In Sum
Gratitude journaling is a simple yet powerful practice that can profoundly impact our well-being. By reflecting on the positive aspects of our lives and expressing gratitude for them, we can cultivate a greater sense of happiness, contentment, and fulfillment. So why not give it a try and start your gratitude journaling practice today?
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Catch this and let me know what you think. In the course of a recent conversation with a business owner I made the statement – “to be honest,” and before I could get anymore out of my mouth – he stopped me. He went on to suggest that by saying – to be honest- implied that I had the propensity to be dishonest.
I sat there stunned and thinking to myself – right (read: sarcastic self-talk). Great admonishment I thought. And despite my best effort to contain my verbal prowess, I said, “to be perfectly honest (which likely further implied my propensity to let the zingers fly), I disagree.” Yikes. Likely not the best line in that moment. At least not for making a new friend in the business world. In the same respect – to be interrupted and advised on a figure of speech that is as common place as “I” seemed completely misplaced.
What do you think? Heavy implications in the way of – window into the character of a person? Or, a little far-reaching?
Your to be honest (aka: I don’t really know but here is what I think) multifamily maniac,
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One of my absolute favorite things to do in the multifamily business is visit site teams. In my head, it’s what it’s all about. You’ve read it here a million times. Organizations are put in place to serve the people who serve it. And getting out to see the teams is front and center in that proposition.
There is an old axiom in real estate – location, location, location. I would posit a new axiom – people, people, people. For some it’s the tough stuff. The touchy feely soft side of business that you can’t capture on a spreadsheet. It is the part of the business that I love.
We manage a property in Edwardsville, Illinois called Cherry Hills. It’s made up of five unique properties ranging in size from 32 units up to 100 units. The market has been hit by overbuilding and lagging unemployment. It’s been really tough to say the least. But this team is all over it. They are getting their lemonade out of the lemons so to speak.
And, here is what I mean by that – love the simple stuff…
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