Feeling grateful Quote by Robert Emmons
“It is vital to make a distinction between feeling grateful and being grateful. We cannot easily will ourselves to feel grateful or less depressed, but being grateful is a choice, an attitude that endures.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Thanks! How the New Science of Gratitude Can Make You Happier by Robert Emmons, 2007
Gratitude is a sustained attitude, not a fleeting feeling; it must be cultivated as a mindset.
In simple terms: Gratitude is a choice, not just a feeling.
Key Takeaway
Practice gratitude daily to build lasting positivity.
Themes
psychology
well‑being
mindset
Mood
inspirational
hopeful
Type
self‑help
motivational
When to use this quote
- daily journaling
- therapy sessions
- team building
Key Concepts
gratitude practice
positive psychology
habit formation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you turn gratitude into a habit?
- What obstacles prevent you from feeling grateful?
A Different Perspective
Changing mindset can be difficult without support or habit.
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