Day 10: Grateful for everyone around us 

We know it’s easy to complain, we could all do it from sun up to sun down but – what if you concentrated on only the good aspects of your interactions today?  Today’s challenge is to thank people you interact with for the job they are doing – while putting aside...

Did you know? Gratitude can improve your mental health 

Did you know? Gratitude can improve your mental healthMany studies over the past decade have found that people who focus on gratitude can reduce stress and improve both physical and mental health. You can see some of them here…

Day 9: Grateful for words 

Love. Passion. Compassion. Determination. Gratitude. These are just five of the words that inspire the m.a.d.woman and Grateful in April journey every day.  We believe so strongly that it’s possible for every single person to make a positive difference to our...

Did you know? Collective gratitude is good for business 

The power of gratitude in business lies in consistency and sincerity, according to a report from the Enterprise League. When practiced daily, and not just occasionally, the effects are much more profound and meaningful, and can lead to increased productivity and...

Day 8: Grateful for connecting

Day 8: Grateful for connecting It’s never been easier to communicate with others–especially by phone or online. Creating connections with like-minded people can help to inspire both you and them, so join in with communities that share your values and your goals....

Day 7 – Grateful for improving sleep

Fun fact–gratitude improves your sleep. Do you have trouble falling asleep or do you find yourself lying awake at night? Well science shows that a great safe and free way to improve your sleep is to express gratitude. Studies report that people with higher levels of...

Did you know? Gratitude makes you appear to be a better leader 

Statistics suggest that leaders who encourage gratitude in the workplace are likely to reap the benefits of a more engaged and productive workforce. A survey found that 80% of employees say they’d be willing to work harder for an appreciative boss – so a little...

Day 6: Create miles of smiles 

Scientifically speaking smiling changes your brain and triggers feelings of happiness that even chocolate can’t match. Plus it has no calories and doesn’t lead to feelings of regret… ever!  Here’s one of our favourite challenges, that can be done no matter how...

Did you know… Gratefulness makes you feel good 

Gratitude can change you and your brain – for the better. Research is exploring how gratitude works to improve our mental health. You can read more:  https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/how_gratitude_changes_you_and_your_brain 
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