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In positive psychology research, gratitude is strongly and consistently associated with greater happiness.  Gratitude helps people feel more positive emotions, relish good experiences, improve their health, deal with adversity and build strong relationships. People feel and express gratitude in multiple ways.  They can apply it to the past (retrieving positive memories and being thankful for elements of childhood or past blessings). the present (not taking good fortune for granted as it comes), and the future (maintaining a hopeful and optimistic attitude).  Regardless of the inherent or current level of someone's gratitude, it's a quality that individuals can successfully cultivate further. Ways to cultivate gratitude:   Write a thank-you note.   Thank someone mentally.   Keep a gratitude journal.   Count your blessings. Pray.  Meditate. In addition to the above suggestions from Harvard Medical school, we can apply counsel fro...