It's easy to get caught up in the stressors of everyday life, but taking time out of each day to practice gratitude can benefit both your mental and physical health. Not sure where to start? Try gratitude journal prompts. Research suggests that practicing gratitude can lower stress levels, improve sleep , and strengthen your relationships.
It's even been shown to lower levels of cellular inflammation . If you're ready to try it for yourself, grab a gratitude journal (or any notebook you have on hand) and choose a few of the prompts below to fill out each day. We've even broken up the categories for you depending on where in your life you might need a little more gratitude — whether it's for the people around you, your environment, or life's daily pleasures.
You might find that you really do feel happier and healthier when you make gratitude part of your daily routine. Gratitude Journal Prompts Caitlin Flynn is a PS contributor whose work has been featured in Rolling Stone, Teen Vogue, InStyle, and Glamour..