gratitude

STOP Reading Articles & Go Make Some Friggin’ Memories

quality time

I’ve decided to blaze through today’s article. Why? Because it’s December 23rd and I want to make sure I’m spending as much quality time with my family as possible. Meaning…  — No extra work; — No extra thinking; — No extra anything, really. At this time of year, it’s family first always. And if you’re someone who wants …

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The Great Gratitude Hoax

practicing gratitude

Let’s talk about gratitude. Why? Well, most people tend to overcomplicate it. They think you need these crazy routines and exercises to ‘practice’ gratitude correctly. Like the only way to actually feel grateful is when you’re sitting cross-legged in a crystal cave humming Himalayan chants for the world to hear. In truth, it’s nowhere near …

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WARNING: This Powerful Gratitude Quote Might Shake You to the Core

gratitude quote

Yesterday, I read a quote that straight up floored me. Or as the kids might say nowadays, hit me right in the feels. I.e., was potent, powerful, and poignant beyond words. Here’s what it said: What if you woke up today with only the things you expressed gratitude for yesterday? Seriously, what if? When I …

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The Luckiest Man Alive

the luckiest man alive

Right now, I’m sitting in my tent at a beautiful little campground in British Columbia. The wind is breezing. The birds are chirping. And I can hear the strong current of Kokanee Creek off in the distance. I’m surrounded by nature. I’m feeling inspired. I’m the luckiest man alive. My wife and daughter left to …

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5 Simple & Effective Ways to Make Yourself Happier Right Now

this is how to be happy

You’ve heard it countless times… “Just be happy.” That’s the secret to a fulfilling life full of sunshine and rainbows. Cheer up, put a smile on, and be grateful for everything you’ve got. Happiness is a choice — so what the heck are you waiting for? Problem is… It’s never been quite that easy. Emotions …

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The Single Most Effective Way to Fill Your Heart With Love and Joy

five gratitudes

Would you agree that being happy with simple things makes it simple to be happy? Researchers Robert Emmons and Michael McCullough seem to think so. In a study they performed in 2003, they asked three groups of students to write down one of three things. Five gratitudes, five hassles, or five events that occurred during the …

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