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How to Express Gratitude to Lift And Energize Your Spirit

October 6, 2017 by Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski 6 Comments

While I was at Miraval, the amazing wellness resort and spa in Tucson, Arizona, my daughter and I sat in on a class called “The Gift of Gratitude.” I wanted to share some of the insights we learned about how to express gratitude, to make your days a little brighter.

At first, I wasn’t sure what to expect and, frankly, was more interested in spa treatments and exercise classes than a motivational lecture. However, we were both grateful we walked in and participated. It set the tone for our time at the resort and was a great help when I returned to normal.

Our speaker was Lisa Frank who is a wellness counselor and yoga instructor. I also took her Slow Flow Yoga class.

The Gift of Gratitude

According to recent studies, when we express gratitude each day, it increases our immune functions, lowers blood pressure, boosts our energy, enthusiasm, and alertness. It also decreases our cortisol levels, which is what creates belly fat in our bodies. I must have an enormous build-up of cortisol because my tummy sticks out like I’m 9-months pregnant. Cortisol is a result of high-stress levels and our fight or flight reaction to it.

When we are grateful for what we have, it lifts our mood, our level of happiness, joy, and enhances our relationships. We are better able to connect and contribute back to society.

Baby Boomer Women | Quote | Meister Eckhart - Express Gratitude
If the only prayer you ever say is “thank you.” It will be enough. ~ Meister Eckhart – Photo – Miraval Arizona Resort and Spa

How to express gratitude

  • Start and end your day by saying “thank you” and express gratitude for what you did that day. A good way to do this is by starting a journal. Write down 1-3 things you are grateful for each day.
  • Highlight them with a marker to find them when you are feeling low.
  • Share the daily gifts and blessings you offer and receive.
  • When you focus on material possessions, it’s not as powerful as when you recognize the smaller and more significant things that happen in your life.
  • Write a letter to someone who has been meaningful to your life and let them know what you appreciate about them. Then call them and get together in person to share what you feel.
  • Wear a gratitude reminder like a gift someone has given to you. It could be a bracelet, ring, necklace, pin, scarf, or even a piece of paper you put in your pocket.
  • Find a silver lining and opportunity for growth, even when you face harsh challenges.
Baby Boomer Women | Quotes | Gratitude - Rumi
Gratitude is wine for the soul. Go on. Get Drunk ~ Rumi – Photo – Miraval Arizona Resort and Spa

How do you express gratitude?  Please leave a comment below.

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Comments

  1. Carol A Cassara says

    October 6, 2017 at 2:25 pm

    I’m drunk. I am soo darn drunk! I have to admit that the blogosphere’s gratitude pushes fall on deaf ears–it’s my way of life already. No reminder needed!

    Reply
    • Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says

      October 6, 2017 at 2:37 pm

      So glad it is Carol. Hope you always stay drunk with it. LOL

      Reply
  2. Lois Alter Mark says

    October 6, 2017 at 4:09 pm

    I am so with you on this. Gratitude is everything, and I love that Meister Eckhart quote. It’s perfect.

    Reply
    • Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says

      October 6, 2017 at 8:39 pm

      So glad you like the quote, Lois. So true.

      Reply
  3. Jen Monks says

    October 7, 2017 at 7:20 am

    “Gratitude is wine for the soul.” I absolutely love that!

    Reply
    • Rebecca Forstadt-Olkowski says

      October 7, 2017 at 10:28 am

      Isn’t that the greatest? I love it too.

      Reply

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