Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
1 Thessalonians 5:18
Do you know all the ways gratitude can benefit your life? If you were to Google “benefits of gratitude,” you’d find a plethora of articles, studies, and medical journals on the subject. I read one recently on Psychology Today that revealed at least 7 Proven Benefits of Gratitude. The most fascinating one I read about was that grateful people are more mentally resilient. In a 2006 study among Vietnam veterans, it was revealed that vets who regularly practiced and expressed gratitude have far less PTSD than vets who are less grateful. Think about that next time you want to withhold gratitude to a loved one, coworker, or even God. Because ultimately, you’re the one who will pay the consequences for your lack of gratitude.
