What is gratitude?

Studies show that practicing gratitude makes you happier. Many times, people who intentionally focus on people and things that they are thankful for are happier people. Expressing gratitude is also good for relationships! If we focus on the positive things about a person and acknowledge their kindness, it can improve our relationship with that person.

Although gratitude activities can be practiced any time of the year, November is an especially good time to start a family gratitude activity, with Thanksgiving coming up this year on Thursday, November 28th.

In this month’s edition of Power Parent Magazine, you’ll find these great resources:

• Find a guide to kick off a month of gratitude in Gratitude Exercises & Activities
• Caregivers, did you know you can combat stress with mindfulness? Find more under Respond v. React
• Under Mindful Media for Kids, you’ll find a list of top-rated apps, games, and more for you child to use to be more mindful
• In Practicing Mindful Gratitude, you’ll find resources to help your family practice mindfulness and gratitude
  
• A grateful family is a happy family. Find helpful resources under Thankful for Family