Practicing gratitude isn't just a human phenomenon. It seems to be hard wired into our genetic make-up. Stress blocks this natural pattern. Our attention goes to the problems, depriving us of the beauty of feeling grateful for what is. When we are able to focus on what's going "right" in life it's easier to let go of what is not.
Regain balance in this area of your life by practicing an "attitude of gratitude" even when it is not easy to do so. Strengthening this response will lead to the resiliency and flexibility needed to manage stress as it meanders through our lives. Practicing gratitude isn't just a human phenomenon. It seems to be hard wired into our genetic make-up. Stress blocks this natural pattern. Our attention goes to the problems, depriving us of the beauty of feeling grateful for what is. When we are able to focus on what's going "right" in life it's easier to let go of what is not. Check out this video for the Jane Goodall Institute.
Peace ~Robin