Practice Gratitude: A Pathway to Healing from Narcissistic Trauma (card 23)

101 Ways to Practice Gratitude

1. Keep a Gratitude Journal – Write down three things you’re grateful for each day.
2. Morning Reflection – Start your day by thinking of something positive in your life.
3. Thank Someone Personally – Express gratitude to someone who has made a positive impact.
4. Write a Thank-You Note – Send a heartfelt note to someone you appreciate.
5. Gratitude Jar – Fill a jar with small notes of what you’re grateful for each day.
6. Gratitude Walk – Go for a walk and mentally list things you’re thankful for in nature.
7. Compliment a Stranger – Make someone’s day by offering a genuine compliment.
8. Appreciate Small Wins – Celebrate small achievements, both personal and professional.
9. Gratitude Meditation – Dedicate time to meditate on the things you appreciate in your life.
10. Create a Gratitude Collage – Cut pictures and words from magazines to represent what you’re grateful for.
11. Say Thank You More Often – Get in the habit of verbally expressing thanks throughout your day.
12. Grateful Conversations – Engage in discussions about the good things happening in your life.
13. Gratitude Affirmations – Repeat affirmations focusing on gratitude, such as “I am grateful for my abundance.”
14. Set Gratitude Intentions – Set a daily or weekly intention to focus on gratitude.
15. Thank Your Body – Take time to appreciate all the ways your body supports you.
16. Reflect on Past Hardships – Acknowledge how you’ve grown from difficult experiences.
17. Gratitude in Adversity – Find one positive aspect in a difficult situation.
18. Appreciate Your Home – Take time to be thankful for having a roof over your head.
19. Celebrate Milestones – Honour birthdays, anniversaries, and other important life events with gratitude.
20. Gratitude Vision Board – Create a board with things you are grateful for and things you hope to achieve.
21. Thank Your Partner – Express gratitude for your partner’s presence and support in your life.
22. Be Grateful for Learning – Appreciate the lessons you’ve learned through both successes and failures.
23. Gratitude for Health – Acknowledge the aspects of your physical and mental health that are working well.
24. Focus on What You Have – Avoid comparison and remind yourself of the abundance already in your life.
25. Share Gratitude Online – Post something positive you’re grateful for on social media.
26. Gratitude List for the Week – Write a list of everything you were grateful for at the end of the week.
27. Make Time for Loved Ones – Spend time with family or friends and express your appreciation for them.
28. Grateful for Your Pets – Appreciate the unconditional love and companionship pets offer.
29. Focus on the Present Moment – Practice mindfulness (card 16) to appreciate where you are.
30. Daily Gratitude Reminder – Set an alarm or notification to remind yourself to reflect on gratitude.
31. Create a Gratitude Playlist – Make a playlist of songs that uplift you and make you feel grateful.
32. Celebrate Failures – Find gratitude in lessons learned from mistakes or failures.
33. Donate to Charity – Give to those in need as a way of showing gratitude for what you have.
34. Reflect on Positive Relationships – Be grateful for the supportive people in your life.
35. Appreciate Solitude – Take time to enjoy quiet moments by yourself and reflect on their value.
36. Grateful for Work – Acknowledge the benefits of your work or career, even on tough days.
37. Gratitude Journal for Kids – Encourage children to write down or share what they’re grateful for.
38. Grateful for Nature – Take time to appreciate the natural beauty around you.
39. Show Gratitude at Work – Thank your colleagues and employees for their support and efforts.
40. Forgive with Gratitude – Release grudges by being thankful for the lessons learned from difficult experiences.
41. Celebrate Small Moments – Notice and appreciate the small, often overlooked moments of joy in your day.
42. Appreciate Your Past – Reflect on past memories that have brought you happiness.
43. Grateful for Time – Appreciate the time you have each day to do meaningful activities.
44. Gratitude Art – Express gratitude by drawing or painting things you’re thankful for.
45. Grateful for Freedom – Appreciate the freedoms you have, big and small.
46. Cook a Grateful Meal – Prepare a meal with love and reflect on the abundance that allows you to do so.
47. Thank a Mentor – Reach out to someone who has guided you and thank them for their support.
48. Thank Your Ancestors – Reflect on your lineage and express gratitude for previous generations.
49. Grateful for Sleep – Appreciate the rest your body gets and how it helps you recover each day.
50. Practice Gratitude Before Bed – End your day by reflecting on something that made you grateful.
51. Celebrate a Random Day – Find reasons to celebrate an ordinary day and appreciate the simple things.
52. Gratitude for Technology – Be thankful for the tech that makes your life easier and connects you with others.
53. Smile More Often – Use smiling as a way to express gratitude for the present moment.
54. Appreciate Books – Reflect on the wisdom, entertainment, or joy you’ve gained from reading books.
55. Gratitude for Music – Appreciate the way music can uplift and inspire your emotions.
56. Recognise Others’ Kindness – Acknowledge the small acts of kindness you receive from others.
57. Grateful for Your Strengths – Take time to appreciate your unique talents and strengths.
58. Gratitude for Food – Be mindful of the food you consume and the nourishment it provides.
59. Notice Your Surroundings – Stop and observe the world around you, and feel grateful for your environment.
60. Grateful for Yoga – Use my Chair Yoga Cards and be grateful for your body. 
61. Grateful for Face Yoga – Use my Face Yoga Cards and be grateful for your face. 
62. Celebrate Yourself – Acknowledge your own efforts and be grateful for your perseverance and dedication.
63. Appreciate Challenges – Recognise that challenges help you grow and be thankful for the opportunity to learn.
64. List Your Achievements – Write down your achievements and feel proud of how far you’ve come.
65. Be Grateful for Laughter – Notice and appreciate moments of joy and laughter throughout your day.
66. Thank Service Workers – Express gratitude to those who provide services in your community (e.g., postman).
67. Grateful for Memories – Look back at fond memories and appreciate the joy they brought into your life.
68. Reflect on Positive News – Focus on uplifting and positive news stories that show human kindness.
69. Create a Gratitude Ritual – Add gratitude into your daily routines, such as during meals or meditation.
70. Gratitude for Future Possibilities – Be thankful for the opportunities and possibilities that lie ahead.
71. Thank Your Friends – Let your friends know how much they mean to you.
72. Grateful for Creativity – Appreciate your creative ideas and how they enrich your life.
73. Appreciate Humour – Be thankful for the ability to laugh, even in difficult times.
74. Share Gratitude on Social Media – Use social platforms to spread positivity and gratitude.
75. Gratitude for Clean Water – Recognise how access to clean water is a blessing.
76. Appreciate Quiet Moments – Find gratitude in moments of peace and stillness.
77. Write a Gratitude Poem – Create poetry or prose expressing the things you’re grateful for.
78. Grateful for Comfort – Appreciate the comfort of your bed, your home, or a warm cup of tea.
79. Appreciate Acts of Kindness – Acknowledge the kindness of strangers and how it enriches your day.
80. Thank Yourself – Give yourself credit for showing up, making progress, and taking care of yourself.
81. Be Grateful for Learning – Celebrate your ability to continue learning and growing each day.
82. Gratitude for Resilience – Recognise your ability to overcome difficulties and express gratitude for it. 
83. Gratitude Check-Ins – Throughout the day, take a moment to mentally check in with what you’re thankful for.
84. Focus on Your Breath – Be grateful for each breath and the life force it gives you.
85. Thank Your Teachers – Reach out to past or present teachers and express gratitude for their guidance.
86. Grateful for Family – Reflect on the ways your family has supported and shaped you.
87. Celebrate Your Individuality – Appreciate the qualities that make you unique and special.
88. Appreciate Your Mind – Be thankful for your ability to think, reflect, and make decisions.
89. Gratitude for Stability – Appreciate the stability in your life, be it financial, emotional, or physical.
90. Thank Your Senses – Appreciate your senses – sight, smell, touch, taste, and hearing – for enriching your life.
91. Create a Gratitude Schedule – Plan regular times to sit down and reflect on your blessings.
92. Celebrate with Others – Share moments of gratitude and joy with friends and family.
93. Thank a Colleague – Show appreciation for a coworker’s hard work and support.
94. Be Grateful for Public Services – Recognise the value of public services like healthcare and education.
95. Gratitude for Shelter – Acknowledge the safety and security of having a place to live.
96. Appreciate Growth – Be thankful for the ways you’ve grown and evolved over time.
97. Send Flowers – Give flowers to someone as an expression of gratitude.
98. Celebrate Good Health – Acknowledge the health you have, even if it’s imperfect.
99. Gratitude for Diversity – Appreciate the variety of cultures, ideas, and experiences that make life rich.
100. Recognise Your Progress – Reflect on your personal growth and achievements.
101. Thank the Earth – Express gratitude for the planet and the resources it provides.