(B) Gratitude: Giving Thanks and Enhancing Well-being

Gratitude involves appreciation the goodness in life. While it is usually described as the action of expressing thankfulness, it also involves positive emotions and cognition leading to positivity. It fosters generosity and social connection, and has rewarding benefits including motivation. 

Gratitude enhances well-being by promoting positive feelings and openness to life experiences. The upcoming steps of this section of the growth path include activities that can be used to practice gratitude.