From four-years-old, human beings understand that when someone has done something for them, they should pay that kindness forward.
Gratitude is a simple emotion that holds the key to solving some of our most persistent human struggles.
It is free, does not require a complicated intervention, or years of training to harness its benefits: everyday acts of gratitude can trigger profound changes in just minutes.
These 10 studies reveal, among other things, the best gratitude strategies, how it helps with aging, its effect on employees and between spouses and their bond with children.
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Author: Dr Jeremy Dean
Psychologist, Jeremy Dean, PhD is the founder and author of PsyBlog. He holds a doctorate in psychology from University College London and two other advanced degrees in psychology. He has been writing about scientific research on PsyBlog since 2004. View all posts by Dr Jeremy Dean