Why write gratitudes? Isn’t just saying thank you enough or “I’m grateful” enough?

Yes. And no. How many times have the words been so automatic it’s lost its meaning? How many times have we said “Yes I’m grateful” in our minds, but the full feeling of gratitude didn’t quite make it to our heart, body and soul. When we truly understand the benefits of gratitude, when we capture a moment as the best thing ever, right here right now, you can feel it ripple through your body and electrify your bones. Gratitude can easily become automation, perhaps even a chore, perhaps even resented.

Without presence, without intention, “thank you” and gratefulness is just another “right” thing to do and feel. This is why we write it down. This is why we think about the gratitude, who and what, and the big one--”why?”. Why are we grateful? And when we know why, how can we make it happen again? Write your gratitudes down. Make it last. Remember. It can change your life.

Learn more about how to start your own gratitude practice in our guide.