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ARMENTA & LYUBOMINSKY
"Gratitude is not just a pleasant, passive emotion but rather an activating, energizing force that may lead us to pursue our goals and become better, more socially engaged people."
Gratitude is an untapped source of energy and inspiration in our school communities. Learn more about the pro-social behaviours that are correlated with gratitude in How Gratitude Motivates Us to Become Better People.
JILL SUTTIE
GREATER GOOD SCIENCE CENTER
"Expressions of gratitude not only provide social glue for the people involved—the grateful person and the benefactor — but also spread ... affecting witnesses in ways that could reverberate throughout a group."
Gratitude is so powerful that even witnessing others expressing gratitude can give us a boost. Learn more about The Ripple Effects of a Thank-You.
JEFF HUFFMAN
greater good science center
"There is growing evidence that being grateful may not only bring good feelings. It could lead to better health."
Gratitude is like a multivitamin-- it can benefit multiple dimensions of our health and wellbeing. Learn more about the research in
Is Gratitude Good for Your Health?