Awareness of the positive may require more effort than noticing the negative, let alone in times of heightened distress.

While gratitude has been praised for its mental health and relationship benefits, cultivating it during stressful times can ...

In a world that often feels fast-paced, competitive, and sometimes overwhelming, it’s easy to overlook the simple things that ...

Practicing gratitude can do wonders for your relationships. A simple two-minute daily routine can help you develop a stronger bond with people and improve the way you communicate with them. This ...

I'll admit I tend toward negative self-talk, and I'm frequently stressed out about work, family and health concerns. I know other people have problems too, but I feel like they handle it better. What ...

But it’s also clear that gratitude can be cultivated through practice. People can improve their ability to notice and feel this positive emotion. One way to do this is to try a gratitude journal.

Another surprise that came with my gratitude practice was how it affected my relationships. I’ve always treasured time with ...

The U.S. has an epidemic of loneliness. Public health officials say more than half of American adults are lonely.

And research has consistently pointed to the health and relationship benefits of the fairly simple and cost-effective practice of cultivating gratitude. Advertisement Article continues below this ...