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Appreciation Quote by Sonja Lyubomirsky

“people who regularly practice appreciation or gratitude—who, for example, “count their blessings” once a week over the course of one to twelve consecutive weeks or pen appreciation letters to people who’ve been kind and meaningful—become reliably happier and healthier, and remain happier for as…” quote by Sonja Lyubomirsky
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““people who regularly practice appreciation or gratitude—who, for example, “count their blessings” once a week over the course of one to twelve consecutive weeks or pen appreciation letters to people who’ve been kind and meaningful—become reliably happier and healthier, and remain happier for as long as six months after the experiment is over.””

Sonja Lyubomirsky

About This Quote

Source Book: The How of Happiness by Sonja Lyubomirsky, 2008

Regular gratitude practice, like counting blessings weekly, leads to lasting increases in happiness and health.

In simple terms: Gratitude habits boost happiness and health over months.

Key Takeaway

Practice gratitude regularly for lasting wellbeing.

Themes

gratitude wellbeing psychology

Mood

optimistic reflective

Type

inspirational practical

When to use this quote

  • daily journaling
  • letter writing
  • mindfulness exercises

Key Concepts

positive psychology habit formation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you integrate gratitude into daily life?
  • What obstacles might hinder consistency?
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Results may vary based on individual commitment and context.

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