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Gratitude Naming (3 Things)

High (84%) 2 min Morning Stress

Name 3 specific things you are grateful for. Specificity matters more than novelty for neural remodeling.

Scientific Evidence

Study Type
Randomized Controlled Trial
Sample Size
n = 411
Institution
UC Davis / Robert Emmons Lab
Peer Reviewed
Yes
Origin: Positive Psychology
84%
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How To Do It

  1. 1 Think of 3 things you are grateful for right now
  2. 2 Be specific ("my daughter's laugh at breakfast") not generic ("my family")
  3. 3 Feel the gratitude physically - notice any warmth or ease
  4. 4 Optional: write them down

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