Gratitude

Why Gratitude Matters: A Compassion-Focused Therapy Tool for Anxiety and Stress

Why Gratitude Matters: A Compassion-Focused Therapy Tool for Anxiety and Stress

Gratitude is often recommended for mental wellbeing, but why does it actually help?
CBT therapist Lisa Johnston explains how gratitude practice can calm the brain’s threat system and support people struggling with anxiety, stress and self-critical thinking.

How to start a gratitude journal.

How to start a gratitude journal.

People who use a gratitude journal report experiencing a range of benefits, including reduced stress and anxiety, better sleep, increased resilience, and improved relationships.

Here we explore the benefits and the simple steps of starting one as a way of cultivating a positive mindset.