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A recent study shows an association between gratitude and increased longevity among older adults.

Psychotherapists foster gratitude by suggesting clients keep a gratitude journal to counter depression.

Ecotherapists encourage clients to experience gratitude for nature through intentional interactions.

Seeking your "nature gift of the day" encourages greater intentional interactions with the natural world.

As we celebrate this season of Thanksgiving, we are reminded of the many blessings in life for which we are grateful. When asked, most of us will easily name the big things in life that we’re most grateful for – our family, our home, good health, enough food to eat, our friends, etc. It feels good to take a moment to "take stock" and remember what is most important to us.

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