Fall 2014
Volume 11 Number 4
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Timely Topic:
Practicing Gratitude
Published by
Employee Assistance
Program
Student Wellness Program
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This Fall take the time to practice gratitude! We exist in a world where
fundamental laws of science and the universe exist. Laws such as gravity and
rhythm cannot be denied. Yet, we are often unaware of the “Universal Law of
Attraction.” It is the law of attraction that explains how cells of all living
creatures are held together, as “like attracts like.” This universal law governs
our entire existence.
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Tips for Practicing Gratitude at
Work:
 Imagine you have an invisible
note-taker, whose sole job is to
record the thoughts and
feelings you have about your
job
 Next, imagine your note-taker
following you throughout the
day, poised with pen and paper
in hand
 Every time you find something
to be grateful for, your notetaker will record it
 Look for as many things as
possible to be grateful for each
day (ex: technology,
friendships with coworkers,
support staff, maintenance
staff, etc.)
 Focus on your favorite aspects
of your job and say, “Thank
you for ____”.
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In our daily lives, the law of attraction operates on our thoughts and feelings.
Whatever we think about comes about, and when we think “I don’t like my
job,” we attract more negative experiences in our work. On the contrary, if we
are to think, “I love my job,” and sincerely feel appreciation, we will attract
more things that we like about our jobs.
The power of gratitude transcends religious affiliation, and has been
recognized by thousands of scientists, philosophers, inventors, educators,
discoverers, and prophets for centuries. Yet, many people today are unaware of
its presence. In order to experience the benefits of gratitude, it must be
practiced every day. It starts with the words, “Thank you.” These two words
are paramount to transforming any situation, acting as a bridge between where
you are presently and where you would like to be.
Many of us think we may be too busy to take the time to engage in this
exercise. However, practicing gratitude can transform your relationships,
finances, health, career, and overall happiness regardless of your current
circumstances. If you take the time to express thanks each day, you will begin
to see and feel the positive effects it has in your life.
According to the law of attraction, you have to be grateful for what you already
have in order to attract more of it. Since gratitude is a feeling, take the time
each day to deliberately place your mind in a state of thankfulness. The more
you experience this feeling, the more you will notice its positive effects.
Tips adapted from: Byrne, Rhonda (2012). The Magic. Simon & Shuster.
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