All About Gratitude
How does gratitude help us appreciate what we have?
It shifts our focus to see the good in our lives instead of the bad. It makes us feel lucky.
What can you say to someone to show gratitude?
"I appreciate you"
"Thank you for being there"
"I will never forget this"
"Thanks"
Name a way you can show gratitude to a friend?
By giving a compliment, say thank-you, I am so grateful to have you as a friend, by listening...
Share a story of when you saw someone being grateful.
I saw someone helping a teacher pick up papers off the floor, I heard a student give a compliment to another student....
How does gratitude make you feel?
Happy, feel good about myself...
True or false - Taking time to think about what you are grateful for can lead to you feeling joy, happiness, and positive vivbes even when negativity is all around you.
True! Reaserch shows that practicing gratitude leads to more feelings of joy.
Name one action that shows gratitude.
Saying thank-you, writing a thank-you note, spending quality time with someone, offer your time by helping with a task...
How can you show gratitude to you teacher?
Be a respectful student, Help pick up the classroom, write them a heartfelt note, give them a compliment, tell your teacher how they made a difference in your life...
When you practice gratitude, how foes it feel in your body?
happy, calm...
How does it feel when someone shows gratitude to you?
Appreciated, happy...
When Practicing gratitude, how does your body feel?
calm, happy, light, warm, calming feelings that starts in your chest and spreads throughout the whole body. Positive vibes shown in the face; smiling...
How can you show gratitude without words?
smiling, nod, thumbs up, eye contact, doing a task for them, give a hug, pat on the back...
How can you express gratitude at school?
Verbal appreciation like saying thank-you, giving compliments, thank-you cards. Through actions by helping, respecting school resources...
How does gratitude help us connect with others?
It brings people together, it fosters trust and appreciation, it strengthens social bonds with others..
How can gratitude help when you're sad or mad?
It changes your focus to positives, you think of the good in your life...
Why is it important to notice things that we are grateful for?
It helps us to think positively, increases self-esteem, helps us through our problems by changing our mindset.
Why is writing a thank-you note important?
They can make you feel happier, it improves our moods, shows appreciation, shows you care, reduces stress, it increases the level of overall satisfaction in our lives....
How can you show gratitude to yourself?
By journaling, using positive affirmations, celebrating your accomplishments, write down compliments to yourself, think positive thoughts about yourself...
How can you show gratitude outside in nature?
Pick up trash, planting a tree/flowers, take a quiet walk and notice the details (birds chirping, wind blowing..) Slow down to observe the sights, sound and smells, focus on one thing you're thankful for...
How does being grateful help us during hard times?
It reminds us of the good,
What does gratitude mean?
Being Thankful; taking time to think about what is going well in life; remembering the good even with the bad; showing appreciation and giving kindness.
How can helping others show gratitude?
By offering help, you make the person feel valued and it strengthens your connection. Shows you are thankful for what they have done for you.
How can you show gratitude on the bus?
Don't leave trash on the bus, pick up trash if you see it, help another student, say thank-you to the bus driver...
How can you show gratitude without words?
smiling, nod, thumbs up, pat on the back...
How can you remind yourself to be grateful ever day?
Journaling, write yourself a note, be mindful to think in a positive way, make a gratitide list...