There is real power in gratitude, and giving thanks together can strengthen our connection to one another. It can be hard to know how to express gratitude in a way that feels authentic and not cheesy. We encourage you to continue “giving thanks” this weekend, in honor of Thanksgiving. Start today, and join us in a gratitude-filled weekend, with these 3 simple steps. On Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, try these 3 things each day:
- Write it down.
Begin each morning by writing 3 things you feel grateful for. It doesn’t matter where you write them—paper, steamed mirror, in shaving cream—just put them in front of you so you can see them. - Express appreciation to someone in your life.
During the day, tell a friend or relative something you appreciate about them. If you aren’t able to say it in person, try it by text, email, or even an old-school handwritten note. If you need practice, try it with a pet (or even a pillow). - Read your list. Out. Loud.
At some point during the day, write down on paper (perhaps in a journal) your list from the morning. Before bedtime, read out loud your gratitude list. Reading what you’re grateful for while hearing it in your own voice can help you emotionally connect with it.
*Bonus Exercise: Post something you’re thankful for on social media with hashtag #QLCgratitude. Be sure to tag us @QuarterLifeCtr on Instagram, Twitter, and FaceBook.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Read what our therapists at QLC are thankful for this Thanksgiving.
“I am thankful for my health, my family, and my friendships. I’m also thankful for our awesome QLC team and for the opportunities we have to serve our clients through this special thing called psychotherapy.”
– Christine Greer O’Connor
“I am thankful for having a practice where I get to work with a population (Quarterlifers) that I am passionate about!”
– Desiree Pearson
“I am really grateful for change (aka growth) and especially the people in my life who support change, accept change, applaud change, and also those who aren’t so sure about change, but let it happen! And Dolly Parton. With the rest of America, I am grateful for Dolly.”
– Emily West
“In addition to the wonderful colleagues I’ve met this year at QLC, I’m incredibly grateful for my clients. They continue to teach me about strength, resilience and our ability to change and grow.”
– Joanna Strait
“I am grateful for my health, which allows me to be physically active in nature and do the work I love with my clients.”
– Katie DiMuzio
“I’m grateful for the wonderful group of friends who support me every day through ups and downs and remind me what true care and kindness look like.”
– Molly Milgrom
“I am grateful that people allow me to be part of their process of growth and change. I am grateful that I have a career I love that has kept me interested and engaged for over 25 years. I have tons of gratitude for the health and well being of my kids and extended family as well.”
– Patti Anderson
“I am grateful for our ability to embrace moments and to let go of other moments, and for the possibility of creating new memories everyday.”
– Paula Otero
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