After reading this post, you will want to run to your favorite corner in your home, and say thank you. Below are 25 positive gratitude affirmations that you can read or repeat to get to this very high energy that gratitude offers. Practicing gratitude not only uplifts your spirits but also has profound effects on your physical health and well-being.

In a world filled with stress and anxiety, finding moments of gratitude can be like a beacon of light in the middle of darkness. More than a practice, for me, gratitude has been a life savior.

Did you know there is such thing as “The Vibrational Scale of Gratitude”. Yes, this means that gratitude ranks high on the vibrational scale, resonating with feelings of love, joy, and abundance. In other words, when you say thank you, you vibrate high. And if you are like me, a firm follower an believer in the Law of Attraction, you’d know that like attracts like, meaning that when you cultivate gratitude, you attract more positive experiences and energy into your life. Or, as I always say, you multiply your blessings.

So, what does this do to your brain and body? Numerous scientific studies have shown that practicing gratitude can lead to significant physiological changes in the brain and body. MRI scans have revealed that expressing gratitude activates the brain’s reward pathways, releasing feel-good neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin. These “happiness hormones” not only elevate mood but also promote overall well-being and reduce stress levels.

Furthermore, gratitude has been linked to lower levels of cortisol, the stress hormone, which can have detrimental effects on the body when chronically elevated. By reducing stress, gratitude can improve immune function, lower blood pressure, and even enhance cardiovascular health, leading to a longer and healthier life.

3 ways to cultivate gratitude in your life

There are many ways to cultivate gratitude in your daily life.

Number one, for me, is writing. Yes, I am a writer, but you do not have to be one to be able to bask in the power of writing your blessings to heal or elevate your energy. Simple practices like keeping a gratitude journal can make a world of difference when you suffer from depression.

So, journaling is a powerful tool for harnessing the transformative power of gratitude.

Number two, has been meditation. Focusing your brain on appreciating every little thing in your life, in counting your blessings, can do marvels when you are going through a difficult situation. In other words, you can instantly elevate your vibration so you can endure the situation, think clearer, solve the problem, of find comfort in the middle of sadness.

Meditation is known to activate the body’s relaxation response and reduce stress. Research has demonstrated that regular meditation practice can lower levels of stress hormones like cortisol, decrease perceived stress, and increase resilience to stress. Do you know the countless benefits of meditating every day? Read this article.

In my own life, practicing gratitude has been a lifeline during challenging times. I remember when I lost my grandpa to cancer, I was so focused on the loss, in his illness and in those terrible feelings of sadness that comes with losing someone you love so deeply. I recall feeling grateful for having had him in my life, was the only thought that that helped me maintain a sense of perspective and resilience during those difficult instances.

Number three, repeating positive affirmations that set me in the high vibrational energy of gratitude. By repeating this kind of affirmations as a daily practice, you can unlock its incredible potential to transform your life from the inside out. So, every day, take a moment to count your blessings, express gratitude for the little things in your life, and repeat positive affirmations.

“In the midst of movement and chaos, keep stillness inside of you.” – Deepak Chopra

Do you know that Steve Jobs, co-founder of Apple Inc., was known for his innovative thinking and visionary ideas. He attributed his creativity and clarity of thought to his regular meditation practice. Jobs was introduced to meditation in his early twenties and continued to practice throughout his life. Through meditation, he created the life and abundance he wished for himself.

I would love to hear what meditation means to you, and how it has helped you.

Have you ever been in a spiritual retreat?

In my retreats, I delve into the world of sound healing using mostly quartz bowls carefully tuned into the notes that vibrate with each human chakra center. Participant find sound healing to be a valuable complement to conventional wellness practices, emphasizing the interconnectedness of physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

If you ever wonder why you would go to a spiritual retreat… do this test… you may find the answer.

Being a scientist, my spiritual journey has been backed up by scientific reasoning behind our healing methods. Sound healing has been practiced for centuries as a holistic approach to promote physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being, and science has proof what healers knew centuries ago.

Read this article that explains how each musical note resonates with each chakra.