Have you ever wished for a cure-all for the hard days? A magic wand? A genie in a bottle? A way to instantly shift your mood, mindset, and energy?

Well, guess what? There actually IS a cure-all—it’s called gratitude.

The Science of Gratitude

Research has shown that practicing gratitude:
✔️ Increases happiness by 25%
✔️ Lowers stress and reduces cortisol levels
✔️ Improves sleep, energy, and overall well-being
✔️ Strengthens relationships and resilience

Most people think gratitude is a “nice thought,” but it’s actually a practice. If you want to shift your life, you need to discipline yourself in gratitude daily.

Simple Ways to Practice Gratitude

✅ Schedule gratitude: Set a daily reminder on your phone to pause and list three things you’re grateful for. (“Hey Siri, remind me at 9 PM!”)
✅ Journal it: Keep a gratitude journal by your bed and write one thing you appreciate before sleeping.
✅ Create a gratitude note in your phone: Jot down small joys throughout the day (like getting all green lights when running late).
✅ Start a gratitude jar or board: Get your family involved—have everyone add something daily.
✅ Text or voice memo one person daily: Tell someone how much you appreciate them. Watch how this small habit strengthens relationships!

Reflection: What’s one thing you’re grateful for right now? Think about it, feel it, and let it shift your energy.

Action Step: Right now, stop what you’re doing and text someone you appreciate. Let them know how much they mean to you. That small act will elevate both your day and theirs.

The more you practice gratitude, the more you train your brain to look for the good—and when you focus on the good, you’ll find more of it. So let’s be obnoxiously grateful this week!

With Gratitude,
Andrea