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INSIDE THIS ISSUE
1 Overwhelmed? 2 Important Ways to Take Care of Yourself
2 A Number of Importance
Black Friday: COVID-19 Edition
3 How a Thanksgiving Dinner Mix-Up Led to the TV Dinner Double Chocolate Bundt
4 Help Kids Be Grateful All Year Long
HELP KIDS BE GRATEFUL ALL YEAR LONG
Many studies over the past decade suggest that one way to be happier is to consciously count your blessings. This is not a natural talent — this is a learned skill you and your child(ren) can practice together to promote happier feelings any time of the year. However, considering that Thanksgiving is coming up, now is a great time to start!
take most for granted. In a similar way, you could also begin having gratitude rituals, like saying grace before a meal or simply talking about people you are grateful for before or after a family get-together.
How do we notice the best things in our lives?
If we were to contemplate disappearing tomorrow (or going on a trip far, far away without anyone else), we would probably focus more on the things and people we would miss most. It is human nature to focus on ourselves, our needs, and what is missing in our lives. We do not always take time to realize how great our lives already are. That is why we need to think about what we are grateful for and learn how to savor the bliss of gratitude.
Anotherwayof encouraging gratitude is to teach kids to
show appreciation when someone does something kind to them. Help them learn phrases like, “It was really kind of you to …” or “Thank you for listening when …” or inspire them to return a favor and express gratitude through kindness. Being open and vulnerable about our gratitude can become a skill that helps us connect with people over and over again throughout our lives. We hope these tips help you and your family start practicing more today!
Express or practice gratitude with kids.
Each day, ask your kids to list three things they are grateful for. They can list anything, no matter how simple it is. In fact, simpler might even be better because it will draw attention to the small details of life we
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