Tuesday, August 26, 2014

Benefits of Gratitude #9: Health


A gratitude practice not only improves a person’s outlook on life, their sense of well-being, and mental health, it also can positively impact their physical health. Those who consistently practice gratitude do not get sick as often as those who do not and studies have shown heart patients to have a lower risk of a second heart attack. In addition, people with life threatening illnesses have a better overall outlook on life and are happier when maintaining a gratitude practice.

"There is nothing that can have a more powerful effect on your mental health than the spirit of thankfulness."
                                             ~George E. Vandeman

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