The Role of Gratitude in Overcoming Stress

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Laura Nguyen
February 15, 2025

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Quote

“Gratitude turns what we have into enough.”

– Anonymous

Question

What are three things you’re grateful for today, and how do they bring you joy?

Action Step

Start a gratitude journal. Write down three things you’re grateful for each day this week.

Let's practice — reply to this email and share one thing you’re grateful for today..

Statistic

According to a study in The Journal of Positive Psychology, people who practice gratitude experience 23% lower stress levels.

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Resources to Check Out

I just dropped a blog post on this topic yesterday. If you’re looking for a deeper read, check it out:

Unlocking the Benefits of Gratitude

Let me share with you a detailed look at the deep connection between gratitude and mental health, along with practical ways to make it part of your daily life. You'll find applicable steps to begin your gratitude practice today, whether you're managing stress and anxiety or want to boost your emotional well-being.

www.lauranguyen.co/blog/unlocking-the-benefits-of-gratitude

🎧 Podcasts

  • The Gratitude Diaries Podcast: How Gratitude Improves Mental Health

  • Happier with Gretchen Rubin: The Power of Gratitude Practices

📚 Books

  1. The Gratitude Diaries by Janice Kaplan

  2. Thanks! How Practicing Gratitude Can Make You Happier by Robert Emmons

  3. Attitudes of Gratitude by M.J. Ryan

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Laura

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