However you’re spending your holiday today, here’s a fun fact: Gratitude may be more beneficial than we commonly suppose. A recent study asked subjects to write a note of thanks to someone and then estimate how surprised and happy the recipient would feel. Participants consistently underestimated the impact of their note.​​​​​​​​ ​​​​​​​​ ‍Another study assessed the health benefits of writing thank you notes. The researchers found that writing as few as three weekly thank you notes over the course of three weeks improved life satisfaction, increased happy feelings, and reduced symptoms of depression.​​​​​​​​ ​​​​​​​​ These are just a couple of examples of the mounting evidence that practicing gratitude is one of the best habits we can develop to promote mental and physical health.​​​​​​​​ ​​​​​​​​ ➡️ Tap this post at the link in our bio to read more about the health benefits of gratitude — and ways you can start practicing today!​​​​​​​​ ​​​​​​​​ #Thanksgiving2022 #PracticeGratitude