The benefits of gratitude
Saturday, November 17, 2012 - 07:30
in Psychology & Sociology
With science supporting the idea that being grateful is good for us, three personal stories illustrate the importance of the gift.Before we eat Thanksgiving dinner at my house, along with saying grace, each of the 20 or so people at the table takes a turn lighting a candle and expressing gratitude. The appreciation can be lighthearted — for mashed potatoes or a day off from school. Or the thankfulness may be accompanied by a heavy heart — for the memories of a loved one recently passed.