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Summer 2013 Gratitude Student Wiki

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“Develop an attitude of gratitude, and give thanks for everything that happens to you, knowing that every step forward is a step toward achieving something bigger and better than your current situation.” -Brian Tracy (Siouxsie Owen)

 

 

 

PEER-REVIEWED JOURNAL ARTICLES 

 

This is a great article that examines various studies on how gratitude can improve individual well-being.

 

Nelson, C. (2009). Appreciating gratitude: Can gratitude be used as a psychological intervention to improve individual well-being?. Counselling Psychology Review, 24(3/4), 38-50.  Retrieved from 

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This is an interesting article that looks at the effects gratitude has on youth.

 

Froh, J. J., Bono, G., & Emmons, R. (2010). Being grateful is beyond good manners: Gratitude and motivation to contribute to society among early adolescents. Motivation & Emotion, 34(2), 144-157. doi:10.1007/s11031-010-9163-z

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This article discusses the many health benefits of gratitude.

 

Alspach, G. (2009). Extending the tradition of giving thanks: Recognizing the health benefits of gratitude. Critical Care Nurse, 29(6), 12-18.

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 Randy Pausch quote

 

Quote/Picture above - (Siouxsie Owen)

 

 

 

 

BOOKS

 

The book Power of Appreciation, discusses everyday scenarios and provides examples on how you can use appreciation to better your life.

 

Nelson, N. (2006). Power of appreciation. London, ON, CAN: Insomniac Press.

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The book Gratitude in Education: A Radical View, discusses the use of gratitude in education and also examines gratitude as a practice.

 

Howells, K. (2012). Gratitude in education: A radical view. Rotterdam, NLD: Sense Publishers. 

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The book Words of Gratitude for Mind, Body, and Soul looks at gratitude through a religious/spiritual perspective.

 

Emmons, R. A., & Hill, J. (2009). Words of gratitude for mind, body, and soul. Radnor, PA: Templeton Press.

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WEBSITES

 

This site briefly discusses the benefits of gratitude and provides additional links to stories linked of gratitude.

 

(2013). The benefits of gratitude. Retrieved from http://www.psychologytoday.com/basics/gratitude

(Siouxsie Owen)

 

This site provides 7 quick and easy tips to practice gratitude in your life.

 

Parry, W. (2013). 7 tips to cultivate gratitude. Retrieved from http://www.livescience.com/25900-7-tips-gratitude-happiness.html

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MEDIA 

 

Provided below is a short video clip from an episode of Oprah’s Life Class discussing the use of a gratitude journal.  

 

(2012). Oprah’s gratitude journal. Retrieved from http://www.oprah.com/oprahs-lifeclass/Oprah-on-the-Importance-of-Her-Gratitude-Journal-Video

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