The Gift of Appreciation

We try to give our children so much, but sometimes forget to give them the greatest gift, the capacity to appreciate and to feel grateful. It’s a little ironic that the season in which we give thanks and the one in which our children are … continue reading

Grateful News November 2015

This month’s Grateful News focuses on a runner who pays it forward, a new bee sanctuary, freeing elephants, new discoveries around Stonehenge, and an innovative continuing care facility. A Kenyan Runner Maps His Way Home Kelvin Serem was able to attend a good school in … continue reading

Staff Picks

A collection of favorite resources – both old and new – handpicked by the Gratefulness staff for your perusal. This page will be refreshed 2 – 3 times per month with “gems” which have particularly moved, touched, or engaged us… Portraits in Faith An extensive oral … continue reading

Research Shows That Gratitude Boosts Love

Gratitude works its best magic for couples when it is free-flowing and reciprocal. For some of us, this means that we need to be as good as perceiving and receiving it, as we are at delivering it. It seems obvious, but now research is offering … continue reading

Staff Picks

A collection of favorite resources – both old and new – handpicked by the Gratefulness staff for your perusal. This page will be refreshed 2 – 3 times per month with “gems” which have particularly moved, touched, or engaged us… Dr. Brené Brown on Joy: It’s … continue reading

Grateful News October 2015

This month’s Grateful News focuses on Sweden reducing fossil fuel use; Californians conserving water; an innovative way to help Syrian refugees; a ground-breaking children’s book series in Argentina; an ex-football star helping single moms; and rituals for happiness. Sweden sets its sights on becoming the world’s first fossil fuel-free nation … continue reading

2016 Film Seminars at Esalen Institute, Big Sur, CA

Two wonderful seminars in 2016 at Esalen in Big Sur, CA with Brother David and Dr. Francis Lu. Registration is now open! Since 1990, film-viewing seminars led by Francis and Brother David have become an annual tradition at Esalen. These seminars include films carefully curated and … continue reading

Staff Picks

A collection of favorite resources – both old and new – handpicked by the Gratefulness staff for your perusal. This page will be refreshed 2 – 3 times per month with “gems” which have particularly moved, touched, or engaged us… Breathing New Life into “We the … continue reading

Staff Picks

A collection of favorite resources – both old and new – handpicked by the Gratefulness staff for your perusal. This page will be refreshed 2 – 3 times per month with “gems” which have particularly moved, touched, or engaged us… Pope’s Visit Inspires Pledges of Kindness … continue reading

Grateful News September 2015

This month’s Grateful News focuses on how art can have long-lasting impact on kids in India, creative help for Syrian refugees, a Somaliland student’s incredible journey, and a coach who encourages athletes with carefully chosen quotes. How an art school is helping slum children in Delhi “The … continue reading