What is gratitude?
‘gifts outweighing exchange’
Gratitude is a selfless act.
“A gift that is freely given”
The beautiful cycle of gratitude:
Gratitude causes happiness, while at the same time, that feeling of happiness fosters gratitude.
Gratitude can be contagious.
Gratitude is different than ‘thank you’
gratitude is not just an action: it is also a positive emotion
it happens when you are overwhelmed by something or somebody.
There is no feeling of indebtedness, guilt
being overwhelmed with gratitude is a very beautiful way to be receptive.
How can we practise gratitude?
Feel it
Appreciate, acknowledge, action
Focus on quality instead of quantity
How does gratitude help?
Improve well-being.
Increase optimism
Deeper connection with self, others and Universe
Compiled by: Geeta B Bhansali