{"id":808,"date":"2024-11-29T14:35:26","date_gmt":"2024-11-29T14:35:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/niblits.com\/blog\/?p=808"},"modified":"2025-03-28T14:17:07","modified_gmt":"2025-03-28T14:17:07","slug":"the-gratitude-diaries-carrying-gratitude-beyond-the-holiday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/niblits.com\/blog\/uncategorized\/the-gratitude-diaries-carrying-gratitude-beyond-the-holiday\/","title":{"rendered":"The Gratitude Diaries &#8211; Carrying Gratitude Beyond the Holiday"},"content":{"rendered":"<table cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" bgcolor=\"#F6F6F9\" style=\"width:100%;margin:0 auto;background-color:#F6F6F9\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<div class=\"ck-section\" style=\"margin:30px auto 0px auto\">\n<table cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"width:100%;margin:0 auto;max-width:800px\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"800\" style=\"background-color:#ffffff;background-size:cover;background-position:center\" bgcolor=\"#ffffff\">\n<div class=\"ck-inner-section ck-padding-left-mobile-friendly ck-padding-right-mobile-friendly\" style=\"padding:40px 36px 24px 36px\">\n<div style=\"margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto\">\n<table class=\"ck-layout-block ck-layout-stack\" width=\"100%\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" bgcolor=\"transparent\" style=\"background-color:transparent;padding:0px 0px 0px 0px;margin:0px 0px 0px 0px;overflow:hidden;background-size:cover;background-position:center\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"ck-column ck-column-stack ck-column-1\" width=\"50%\" style=\"background-size:cover;background-position:center;vertical-align:top\">\n<div style=\"padding:0px 0px 0px 0px\">\n<table width=\"100%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" style=\"text-align:center;float:none\" class=\"email-image\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"center\">\n<figure style=\"margin-top:12px;margin-bottom:12px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;max-width:800px;width:100%\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/embed.filekitcdn.com\/e\/oh4UyimtaVpDdq4v3xpjNZ\/EYj7oHsTocEWDETZgrRxx\" width=\"800\" height=\"auto\" style=\"border-radius:4px 4px 4px 4px;width:800px;height:auto;object-fit:contain\"><\/div><figcaption style=\"text-align:center\">\u200b<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p style=\"font-family:-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:20px;color:#4D4D4D;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none;margin-top:8px;margin-bottom:8px\" class=\"\">\u200b<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding-left:20px\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"ck-column ck-column-2\" width=\"50%\" style=\"background-size:cover;background-position:center;vertical-align:top\">\n<div style=\"padding:0px 0px 0px 0px\">\n<p style=\"font-family:Arial, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:16px;color:#4F4F4F;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-align:right;text-transform:none;margin-top:8px;margin-bottom:8px\" class=\"\">\u200b<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ck-section\" style=\"margin:0px auto 0px auto\">\n<table cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"width:100%;margin:0 auto;max-width:800px\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"800\" style=\"background-color:#fff;background-size:cover;background-position:center\" bgcolor=\"#fff\">\n<div class=\"ck-inner-section ck-padding-left-mobile-friendly ck-padding-right-mobile-friendly\" style=\"padding:30px 36px 40px 36px\">\n<div style=\"margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto\">\n<h2 style=\"font-family:Arial, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:32px;color:#222222;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.25;text-transform:none;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:36px\" class=\"\"><strong>Sustaining the Spirit of Thanksgiving<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-family:Arial, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:20px;color:#333333;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\">Hi Reader,<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-family:Arial, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:20px;color:#333333;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\">As we wrap up our gratitude series, I hope you&#8217;ve found inspiration to carry the spirit of Thanksgiving forward. Enjoy the rest of your holiday weekend, and remember that gratitude can enrich our lives every day of the year.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-family:Arial, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:20px;color:#333333;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Today&#8217;s Niblit:<\/strong> In &#8220;The Gratitude Diaries,&#8221; Janice Kaplan demonstrates how extending gratitude beyond Thanksgiving can lead to lasting positive changes in our lives and relationships.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-family:Arial, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:20px;color:#333333;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\">\ud83d\udd11 <strong>Key Insight:<\/strong> Practicing gratitude consistently \u2014 even after the holiday season \u2014 can significantly improve our overall well-being and perspective on life. Kaplan discovered that by making gratitude a daily habit, she experienced long-term benefits in her relationships, career, and personal happiness.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-family:Arial, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:20px;color:#333333;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\">It&#8217;s easy to feel grateful during Thanksgiving when we&#8217;re surrounded by loved ones and good food. However, Kaplan found that the real magic happens when we extend this practice into our everyday lives. She noticed that regular expressions of gratitude not only improved her mood but also positively influenced those around her, creating a ripple effect of positivity.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-family:Arial, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:20px;color:#333333;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\">For example, Kaplan started expressing more appreciation for her colleagues at work, which led to a more positive work environment and even improved professional relationships. This shows how gratitude can transcend personal benefits and actually transform our environments.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-family:Arial, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:20px;color:#333333;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\">\ud83e\udd89 <strong>Nibble of Wisdom:<\/strong> Gratitude is not just a feeling, but a practice that can reshape our daily experiences.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-family:Arial, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:20px;color:#333333;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\">\ud83d\udee0\ufe0f <strong>Practical Tip:<\/strong> Set a daily reminder on your phone to prompt you to think of one thing you&#8217;re grateful for, helping to maintain the Thanksgiving spirit year-round.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-family:Arial, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:20px;color:#333333;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\">\ud83d\ude80 <strong>Quick Action:<\/strong> Choose a common daily occurrence (like your morning coffee or commute) and find a way to reframe it with gratitude. How can you appreciate this routine part of your day?<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-family:Arial, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:20px;color:#333333;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\">\ud83d\udd0d <strong>Further Exploration:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"unordered_list\" style=\"font-family:Arial, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:20px;color:#333333;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-align:left;text-transform:none\">\n<li class=\"list_item\"><span>Look into the concept of &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/psychology\/hedonic-adaptation#:~:text=Hedonic%20adaptation%20refers%20to%20the,%2C%20%26%20Scollon%2C%202006).\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"color:#FF630B\">hedonic adaptation<\/a>&#8221; and how practicing gratitude can help counteract it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"list_item\"><span>Consider starting a gratitude jar, where you add notes about things you&#8217;re grateful for throughout the year.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"list_item\"><span>Explore the idea of &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/basics\/positive-psychology\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"color:#FF630B\">positive psychology<\/a>&#8221; and how gratitude fits into this broader field of study.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-family:Arial, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:20px;color:#333333;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\">\ud83c\udfac <strong>Wrapup:<\/strong> As we move past Thanksgiving, remember that gratitude isn&#8217;t just for special occasions. By incorporating gratitude into our daily lives, we can maintain the positive spirit of Thanksgiving all year long, leading to deeper satisfaction, stronger relationships, and a more optimistic outlook on life.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-family:Arial, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:20px;color:#333333;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\">\ud83d\udd17 <strong>Links:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"unordered_list\" style=\"font-family:Arial, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:20px;color:#333333;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-align:left;text-transform:none\">\n<li class=\"list_item\"><span>Check out<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3AUX5Uk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"color:#FF630B\"> <em>The Gratitude Diaries<\/em> by Janice Kaplan<\/a> on Amazon<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"list_item\"><span>\u200b<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3TaCDFo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"color:#FF630B\"><em>The Gratitude Diaries<\/em> on Kindle<\/a>\u200b<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"list_item\"><span>\u200b<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3zckHmV\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" style=\"color:#FF630B\"><em>The Gratitude Diaries<\/em> Audiobook<\/a>\u200b<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-family:Arial, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:20px;color:#333333;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\"><strong>Gratefully yours,<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-family:Arial, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:20px;color:#333333;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none\" class=\"\">Tom &#8220;thankful every day&#8221; Bernthal<\/p>\n<table class=\"ck-layout-block ck-layout-stack\" width=\"100%\" border=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" bgcolor=\"#f9f9f9\" style=\"background-color:#f9f9f9;padding:18px 18px 18px 18px;margin:24px 0px 24px 0px;overflow:hidden;background-size:cover;background-position:center\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"ck-column ck-column-stack ck-column-1\" width=\"35%\" style=\"background-size:cover;background-position:center;vertical-align:top\">\n<div style=\"padding:0px 0px 0px 0px\">\n<table width=\"100%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" style=\"text-align:center;float:none\" class=\"email-image\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"center\">\n<figure style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;max-width:200px;width:100%\">\n<div>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/embed.filekitcdn.com\/e\/oh4UyimtaVpDdq4v3xpjNZ\/2FXTkbpNBwAh35ubbC2sG7\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" style=\"border-radius:9999px 9999px 9999px 9999px;width:200px;height:200px;object-fit:cover\">\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<table width=\"100%\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" style=\"text-align:center;float:none\" class=\"email-image\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td align=\"center\">\n<figure style=\"margin-top:12px;margin-bottom:12px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;max-width:800px;width:100%\">\n<div><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/embed.filekitcdn.com\/e\/oh4UyimtaVpDdq4v3xpjNZ\/2CrcobkpKHMN2FyPFwC39G\" width=\"800\" height=\"auto\" style=\"border-radius:4px 4px 4px 4px;width:800px;height:auto;object-fit:contain\"><\/div><figcaption style=\"text-align:center\">Tom Bernthal, Chief Niblr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"padding-left:30px\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"ck-column ck-column-2\" width=\"65%\" style=\"background-size:cover;background-position:center;vertical-align:middle\">\n<div style=\"padding:0px 0px 0px 0px\">\n<h2 style=\"font-family:Charter, Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;font-size:32px;color:#000000;font-weight:500;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.25;text-transform:none;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\" class=\"\">Thank you!<\/h2>\n<p style=\"font-family:Verdana, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, sans-serif;font-size:20px;color:#4d4d4d;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:0;line-height:1.5;text-transform:none;margin-top:8px;margin-bottom:8px\" class=\"\">Thank you for joining the Niblits community. 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