thanks giving

Did you know that gratitude is an important part of your mental health? And like any other healthy habit, practicing gratitude takes discipline. There's no time like the thanksgiving holiday to start practicing gratitude in your life every day! 

Dr. Caroline Leaf is a cognitive neuroscientist that has studied the brain and how it changes with different thoughts. She says, "If you can’t appreciate what you have to be thankful for right now, it is harder to achieve what you desire in the future." And she goes on to say, "Gratitude is therefore essential to overcoming difficult circumstances and achieving success in all areas of your life!"

It's really quite simple to start practicing gratitude. Set an alarm on your phone for a time of day that you're awake and can take a few moments to stop what you're doing and think about what you're grateful for! Some people like to keep a journal or write large lists but you can make it as simple as listing in your head 5 things you're thankful for every day.