The Power of Gratitude in the New Year! Rachel Devine

The year is winding down and there is so much to be grateful for. With the new year right around the corner, gratitude is a great way to end a year and begin a new year. However, gratitude is beneficial everyday. Gratitude is more than just saying thank you. Regularly expressing gratitude has been shown in research to provide far-reaching physical, psychological, spiritual and social benefits. By focusing on blessings, rather than what is lacking, gratitude fosters optimism, strengthens relationships, improves health, and enhances overall happiness. The benefits of a gratitude practice is priceless. The power of gratitude is essential to happiness and living an optimistic life. A positive thought-process will reap a positive life experience.

Let’s explore the benefits of practicing gratitude:

Physical Health Booster

Studies link gratitude practices with better biomarkers like improved sleep, lower blood pressure, and reduced inflammation that contribute to heart health risks. Sincere appreciation lowers stress hormones like cortisol that can damage health if chronically elevated.

In a pioneering UC Davis study, subjects who journaled on gratitude experiences for two weeks showed a significant increase in biomarkers associated with health in comparison to control groups. Keeping a gratitude journal emerges as an easy but potent habit of many benefits.

Mental Well-being

Gratitude changes perspective from scarcity to abundance by redirecting focus towards all we have rather than what we don’t have. This positive attitude has been shown to reduce anxiety and depression symptoms, elevate mood, and increase happiness by over 25%, according to research from Positive Psychology pioneer Dr. Sonja Lyubomirsky.

And remember, gratitude and happiness quotes are also a fun way to keep gratitude growing.

Relationship Bonds

Expressing thankfulness fosters stronger social bonds by making others feel valued and appreciated. Appreciation for family members is priceless. Gratitude helps diffuse conflicts and fosters connection through positive communication. Studies demonstrate that regularly voicing genuine appreciation to partners, friends, and family deepens bonds.

Bestselling author Brené Brown wisely noted that “Joy comes to us everyday as a gift. The longer we can hold onto it, the more we can take time to appreciate it, the more that joy expands.” The joy expands because of the principals of the law of attraction tell us that, like attracts like. Shared joyous moments are doubled when expressed with gratitude.

Life Purpose and Meaning

Gratitude helps uncover the meaning in life’s ordinary moments by focusing attention on the gift of simply being alive. Even basic needs like food, shelter, or nature’s beauty become profound when received gratefully. Practicing gratitude brings heightened awareness to purpose and blessings.

Holocaust survivor and renowned author Viktor Frankl highlighted the essential power of gratitude and meaning in his classic book, Man’s Search for Meaning: “Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms - to choose one's attitude in any given set of circumstances.” Gratitude provides magic that can propel you to change your future course in life.

Doorway to Spirituality

For many spiritual traditions, gratitude sits at the heart of connection to the Divine. Expressing thankfulness for life's gifts cultivates humility and compassion. Regular gratitude meditations and prayers can facilitate a deeper relationship with God or existence itself.

Gratitude expressed in prayers in Catholicism, Christianity, Judaism and many more faiths, as a posture of humble appreciation, invokes peace and grace. Even non-religious individuals may experience transcendent moments of awe and grace through gratitude practices. Practicing daily gratitude is a form of graceful prayer and a blessing to all who cultivate gratitude in their life. Gratitude can help lead one to a life of humility and spirituality, when practicing gratitude daily.

Simple Habits

Gratitude is available to all through simple habits like beginning each day by listing a few things you are thankful for, saying grace before meals, keeping a gratitude journal, writing thank you notes, and meditating on moments of blessing. Consciously appreciating the people, experiences, and basic comforts that comprise your life opens the doorway to greater wholeness.

By changing your mindset from lack to abundance through gratitude, you gain a powerful perspective that research confirms provides tangible physical, emotional, and spiritual benefits. The more good we notice, the more good grows. Centering in gratitude transforms lives. What are you grateful for today? I am most grateful for my family. I am also grateful and excited about my new book I just got published, Discover the Power of the Secret Within - Healing the Inner Child to Manifest your Dreams!

Wishing you all a very blessed New Year!

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The Power of Gratitude to Change your Life Rachel Devine

It is the time of year to count our blessings as Thanksgiving is fast approaching. However, gratitude is beneficial everyday. Gratitude is more than just saying thank you. Regularly expressing gratitude has been shown in research to provide far-reaching physical, psychological, spiritual and social benefits. By focusing on blessings, rather than what is lacking, gratitude fosters optimism, strengthens relationships, improves health, and enhances overall happiness. The benefits of a gratitude practice is priceless. The power of gratitude is essential to happiness and living an optimistic life. A positive thought process will reap a positive life experience.

Let’s explore the benefits of practicing gratitude:

Physical Health Booster

Studies link gratitude practices with better biomarkers like improved sleep, lower blood pressure, and reduced inflammation that contribute to heart health risks. Sincere appreciation activates the parasympathetic nervous system, lowering stress hormones like cortisol that can damage health if chronically elevated.

In a pioneering UC Davis study, subjects who journaled on gratitude experiences for two weeks showed a significant increase in biomarkers associated with health in comparison to control groups. Keeping a gratitude journal emerges as an easy but potent habit of many benefits.

Mental Well-being

Gratitude changes perspective from scarcity to abundance by redirecting focus towards all we have rather than what we don’t have. This positive reorientation has been shown to reduce anxiety and depression symptoms, elevate mood, and increase happiness by over 25%, according to research from Positive Psychology pioneer Dr. Sonja Lyubomirsky.

And remember, gratitude and happiness quotes are also a fun way to keep gratitude growing.

Relationship Bonds

Expressing thankfulness fosters stronger social bonds by making others feel valued and appreciated. Gratitude helps diffuse conflicts and facilitates connection through authentic positive communication. Studies demonstrate that regularly voicing genuine appreciation to partners, friends, and family deepens bonds.

Bestselling author Brené Brown wisely noted that “Joy comes to us everyday as a gift. The longer we can hold onto it, the more we can take time to appreciate it, the more that joy expands.” The joy expands because of the principals of the law of attraction tell us that, like attracts like. Shared joyous moments are doubled when expressed with gratitude.

Life Purpose and Meaning

Gratitude helps uncover the meaning in life’s ordinary moments by focusing attention on the gift of simply being alive. Even basic needs like food, shelter, or nature’s beauty become profound when received gratefully. Practicing gratitude brings heightened awareness to purpose and blessings.

Holocaust survivor and renowned author Viktor Frankl highlighted the essential power of gratitude and meaning in his classic book, Man’s Search for Meaning: “Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms - to choose one's attitude in any given set of circumstances.” Gratitude provides magic that can propel you to change your future course in life.

Doorway to Spirituality

For many spiritual traditions, gratitude sits at the heart of connection to the Divine. Expressing thankfulness for life's gifts cultivates humility and compassion. Regular gratitude meditations and prayers can facilitate a deeper relationship with God or existence itself.

Gratitude expressed in prayers in Catholicism, Christianity, Judaism and many more faiths, as a posture of humble appreciation, invokes peace and grace. Even non-religious individuals may experience transcendent moments of awe and grace through gratitude practices. Practicing daily gratitude is a form of graceful prayer and a blessing to all who cultivate gratitude in their life. Gratitude can help lead one to a life of humility and spirituality, when practicing gratitude daily.

Simple Habits

Gratitude is available to all through simple habits like beginning each day by listing a few things you are thankful for, saying grace before meals, keeping a gratitude journal, writing thank you notes, and meditating on moments of blessing. Consciously appreciating the people, experiences, and basic comforts that comprise your life opens the doorway to greater wholeness.

By changing your mindset from lack to abundance through gratitude, you gain a powerful perspective that research confirms provides tangible physical, emotional, and spiritual benefits. The more good we notice, the more good grows. Centering in gratitude transforms lives. What are you grateful for today? I am most grateful for my family. I am also grateful and excited about my new book I just got published, Discover the Power of the Secret Within - Healing the Inner Child to Manifest your Dreams!

Rachel Devine is the author of, Discover the Power of the Secret Within, The Third Road & Lessons from the Needle in a Haystack.

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Let me know in the comments what you are grateful for today.

The Power of Gratitude to Change your Life Rachel Devine

Gratitude is more than just saying thank you. Regularly cultivating and expressing gratitude has been shown in research to provide far-reaching physical, psychological, spiritual and social benefits. By focusing on blessings, rather than what is lacking, gratitude fosters optimism, strengthens relationships, improves health, and enhances overall happiness. The benefits of a gratitude practice is priceless. The power of gratitude is essential to happiness and living an optimistic life. A positive thought process will reap a positive life experience. Practicing daily gratitude will promote better health, well-being, relationships, spirituality, and so much more.

Let’s explore the benefits of practicing gratitude:

Physical Health Booster

Studies link gratitude practices with better biomarkers like improved sleep, lower blood pressure, and reduced inflammatory cytokines that contribute to heart health risks. Sincere appreciation activates the parasympathetic nervous system, lowering stress hormones like cortisol that can damage health if chronically elevated.

In a pioneering UC Davis study, subjects who journaled on gratitude experiences for two weeks showed a significant increase in biomarkers associated with health in comparison to control groups. Keeping a gratitude journal emerges as an easy but potent habit of many benefits.

Mental Well-being

Gratitude changes perspective from scarcity to abundance by redirecting focus towards already present gifts rather than what is lacking in their life. This positive reorientation has been shown to reduce anxiety and depression symptoms, elevate mood, and increase happiness by over 25%, according to research from Positive Psychology pioneer Dr. Sonja Lyubomirsky.

Oprah Winfrey, a vocal proponent of gratitude practices, reflected “I know for sure that appreciating whatever shows up for you in life changes your entire experience of life.” Intentionally recognizing reasons for thankfulness, even during challenges, provides mental strength and resilience. And remember, gratitude and happiness quotes are also a fun way to keep gratitude growing.

Relationship Bonds

Expressing thankfulness fosters stronger social bonds by making others feel valued and appreciated. Gratitude helps diffuse conflicts and facilitates connection through authentic positive communication. Studies demonstrate that regularly voicing genuine appreciation to partners, friends, and family deepens bonds.

Bestselling author Brené Brown wisely noted that “Joy comes to us everyday as a gift. The longer we can hold onto it, the more we can take time to appreciate it, the more that joy expands.” The joy expands because of the principals of the law of attraction. Shared joyous moments are doubled when expressed with gratitude.

Life Purpose and Meaning

Gratitude helps uncover meaning in life’s mundane moments by focusing attention on the gift of simply being alive. Even basic needs like food, shelter, or nature’s beauty become profound when received gratefully. Practicing gratitude brings heightened awareness to purpose and blessings.

Holocaust survivor and renowned author Viktor Frankl highlighted the essential power of gratitude and meaning in his classic book, Man’s Search for Meaning: “Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms - to choose one's attitude in any given set of circumstances.” Gratitude provides freedom and can propel you to change your future course in life.

Doorway to Spirituality

For many spiritual traditions, gratitude sits at the heart of connection to the Divine. Expressing thankfulness for life's gifts cultivates humility and compassion. Regular gratitude meditations and prayers can facilitate a deeper relationship with God or existence itself.

Gratitude expressed in prayers in Islam, Catholicism, Christianity, Judaism and many more faiths, as a posture of humble appreciation, invokes peace and grace. Even non-religious individuals may experience transcendent moments of awe and grace through gratitude practices. Practicing daily gratitude is a form of graceful prayer and a blessing to all who cultivate gratitude in their life. Gratitude can help lead one to a life of humility and spirituality, when practicing gratitude daily.

Simple Habits

Gratitude is available to all through simple habits like beginning each day by listing a few things you are thankful for, saying grace before meals, keeping a gratitude journal, writing thank you notes, and meditating on moments of blessing. Consciously appreciating the people, experiences, and basic comforts that comprise your life opens the doorway to greater wholeness.

When you extend an act of kindness, endorphins are set off in the body, that have benefits of less pain and reduces stress and improves your sense of well-being. It not only benefits you with higher endorphins, but the person you are kind to and the person who is watching the act of kindness.

By changing your mindset from lack to abundance through gratitude, you gain a powerful perspective that research confirms provides tangible physical, emotional, and spiritual benefits. The more good we notice, the more good grows. Centering in gratitude transforms life.

Rachel Devine is the author of, The Third Road & Lessons from the Needle in a Haystack.

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Let me know in the comments what you are grateful for today.

Finding Happiness Within Yourself - Rachel Devine

Finding Happiness Within Yourself

Finding happiness within yourself will be one of the most rewarding things you can do in life. At the end of the day, if you have a foundation of inner happiness, then the outer world cannot penetrate that happiness. The key is to get to a point where, no matter what happens in life, you will be steady in your inner world. You might ask yourself, how do I find happiness? You can’t look outside yourself, happiness is an inside job. Happiness is not outside you, it is inside you. Finding your own happiness is a thought away. What we think determines how happy we are. Our thoughts have power over us in all areas of our life. Being aware of this is crucial to finding happiness. Being present, in the moment, is also crucial to happiness. When we are in the moment, we are safe from past regrets and future worry. The moment is the main place where we find happiness. In this article, I will guide you to find your own happiness in life.

Let’s explore this further with the following suggestions for happiness:

Being Present

Being present and in the moment is crucial to happiness. When we are in the moment, we are safe from past regrets and future worry. The moment is where we find happiness and joy, because we are not bogged down by negative past or future thoughts. Also, the Spirit of God is in the present moment. We can only connect to God in the moment. When we pray or meditate we are brought to the present moment, which gives one a sense of peace and joy.

These are some ways to stay in the moment:

• Prayer - For many people, connecting to the devine or higher power provides happiness.

• Mindful breathing - Taking slow, deep breaths brings you into the present moment.

• Loving-kindness meditation - Wishing well for self and others generates goodwill and happiness.

• Visualization - Visualization brings one to the present moment.

• Walk in Nature - Walking in nature, in a mindful way that takes in the beauty of the earth, is a way to be in the moment.

Achieving Inner Peace

Achieving inner peace is a definite pathway to joy and happiness.

Here are some effective ways to achieve inner peace:

• Meditation - Quieting the mind through breathing exercises, mantras, and mindfulness helps calm anxiety.

• Yoga - Moving through poses and sequences creates body-mind awareness and reduces stress.

• Spending time in nature - Being outdoors surrounded by natural beauty promotes serenity.

• Journaling - Writing out thoughts, feelings, and intentions clarifies emotions.

• Forgiveness - Letting go of grudges, resentment, and anger frees you from negativity and brings serenity.

Living with Purpose

When you have a purpose in life your happiness is a guarantee. No matter what problems you have, a purpose in life brings meaning, passion and joy. Being able to do what you love doing, on a daily basis, will keep you in a happy place. You can transform your life with purpose. Your purpose is something you love doing that benefits humanity or the earth in some way.

Here are some of the key benefits associated with living a purposeful life:

• Improved health - Having a purpose lowers risk of diseases and increases longevity.

• Greater happiness - Purpose provides a sense of meaning and life satisfaction.

• More fulfillment - Aligning life with purpose creates a profound sense of fulfillment.

• Improved self-esteem - Contributing to something larger than yourself is empowering.

• More creativity - Purpose drives innovation as people find solutions.

• Leaving a legacy - Purpose creates something meaningful that outlasts a lifetime.

• Spiritual development - Finding your purpose can be part of a spiritual journey.

Living and working towards a sense of purpose has been shown in research to provide lasting benefits across many dimensions from physical to psychological wellbeing and of course it invokes self-fulfillment and happiness.

Practicing Gratitude

Gratitude is probably the single most important way of thinking, that invokes a sense of contentment and happiness. Simply stating each day, 5 to 10 things you are grateful for, can be life-changing. However, it takes time to see the benefits. It is suggested to do it at least 30 days.

Here are some key benefits of practicing gratitude for cultivating greater happiness:

• Boosts mood - Focusing on what you're thankful for releases dopamine which elevates your mood.

• Reduces stress - Gratitude helps regulate the nervous system by activating the parasympathetic response to calm anxiety.

• Improves sleep - Thoughts of gratitude before bed have been shown to help improve sleep quality.

• Increases optimism - A gratitude mindset makes you appreciate the positive in life rather than focusing on the negative.

• Increases empathy - Thanking those who have helped you cultivates compassion and concern for others' wellbeing.

• Enhances overall health - Studies link gratitude to improved heart health, lower blood pressure and reduced inflammation.

Cultivating gratitude through practices like journaling, meditation, reflection, and thanking others, can lead to lasting benefits for your happiness, health, and general wellbeing. It also generates abundance, since we are now focused on what we have and not what we don’t have. That positive energy comes back to you.

Spreading Joy

Spreading joy to others is such a natural expression of our own happiness. Just using a kind word, a compliment, or spending quality time with someone, has so many wonderful benefits. When we give out goodwill, it always comes back to us.

Here are some of the main benefits that can come from spreading joy to others:

• Improves emotional health - Spreading joy increases feel-good neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin to boost your mood.

• Provides meaning - Serving a greater purpose through spreading joy can be spiritually fulfilling.

• Boosts energy - Spreading joy and laughter releases endorphins that boost energy to the giver and the receiver.

• Improves health - Studies show altruistic behaviors like spreading joy may improve heart health.

• Creates positive ripples - The joy we spread can be passed on to touch many lives in a domino effect on our world.

The simple act of intentionally spreading more joy has the power to uplift others and come back and uplift ourselves in return through its myriad of benefits. Remember the law of attraction is clear, what we put out into the world comes back to us.

In conclusion, happiness is a state of mind. One can be happy in a warzone, and another can be miserable at a party. Our state of mind is the equalizer in each situation in life. There can be a person who cleans house, smiling and singing the whole day, and there could be a board member of a big corporation, in the perfect job, complaining all day long. Again, it is all about our state of mind. Abraham Lincoln said, “You are as happy as you make up your mind to be.” It’s that simple!

Rachel Devine is the author of, “The Third Road & Lessons from the Needle in a Haystack.”

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