Comments on: The Science of Gratitude: More Benefits Than Expected; 26 Studies and Counting https://www.happierhuman.com/the-science-of-gratitude/ Happiness: Backed by Science Tue, 21 May 2019 12:51:48 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.9.3 By: The How and Why of Gratitude : 7 Ways to Get More Happiness In Your Life | Balance In Me https://www.happierhuman.com/the-science-of-gratitude/#comment-735874 Thu, 12 Mar 2015 00:57:07 +0000 http://happierhuman.com/?p=610#comment-735874 If someone had said that to me, I wouldn’t believe it either. But 26 high-quality research studies can’t be wrong

]]> By: Muriel Schmidt https://www.happierhuman.com/the-science-of-gratitude/#comment-554146 Sat, 29 Nov 2014 01:22:15 +0000 http://happierhuman.com/?p=610#comment-554146 I am grateful that researchers are using scientific methods to prove the benefits of this powerful human trait. Just “feel good” pronouncements aren’t enough.
Perhaps compassion and gratitude may permit the human race to fulfill its’ true destiny – to achieve peace on this planet.

]]> By: HaPpInEsS - SAS Life https://www.happierhuman.com/the-science-of-gratitude/#comment-298757 Thu, 04 Sep 2014 15:53:25 +0000 http://happierhuman.com/?p=610#comment-298757 […] wellbeing, and increasing happiness.  Check out Amen’s breakdown of some of the studies in The Science of Gratitude: More Benefits Than Expected; 26 Studies and Counting.  Christine Carter of Raising Happiness suggests to spend time each day reflecting and sharing […]

]]> By: Living Happier with Nataly: 5 Ways to Deal with a Really Bad Day | Happier https://www.happierhuman.com/the-science-of-gratitude/#comment-279299 Fri, 22 Aug 2014 09:32:48 +0000 http://happierhuman.com/?p=610#comment-279299 […] find them everywhere — at work, in my routine, on my commute, in something I see around me. According to numerous studies, gratitude leads to feeling happier and not the other way around, so this is my most trusted and […]

]]> By: 50 Ideas for Taking Care of Me Today | The Reconnecting Project https://www.happierhuman.com/the-science-of-gratitude/#comment-199332 Thu, 29 May 2014 20:34:52 +0000 http://happierhuman.com/?p=610#comment-199332 […] on the walk, notice at least five things to appreciate about the […]

]]> By: 5 Steps to Zen Parenting https://www.happierhuman.com/the-science-of-gratitude/#comment-147200 Wed, 26 Mar 2014 00:42:52 +0000 http://happierhuman.com/?p=610#comment-147200 […] list: Jot down or share a few sweet words your child said, or funny questions they asked that day. Studies have shown that regular gratitude practice boosts feelings of well-being. As the Greek philosopher […]

]]> By: Amit Amin https://www.happierhuman.com/the-science-of-gratitude/#comment-68738 Tue, 03 Dec 2013 22:19:41 +0000 http://happierhuman.com/?p=610#comment-68738 In reply to Sunita Sukhraj.

Hi Sunita, good question!

It depends what you’re looking for. As far as I know, there haven’t been any surveys asking what American’s attitudes towards gratitude are. However, there are surveys which measure levels of gratitude, like the Gratitude-Questionnaire 6. If you look at this document, it displays a list of 20 or so surveys which used the Gratitude-Questionnaire 6 – http://www.psy.miami.edu/faculty/mmccullough/gratitude/GQ-6-scoring-interp.pdf

There is variability between each study – this is most likely because the studies are generally small, with varying demographics. However, when you average all the numbers together, and compare against the year the survey was given, it looks like a flat line to me.

]]> By: Sunita Sukhraj https://www.happierhuman.com/the-science-of-gratitude/#comment-67860 Mon, 02 Dec 2013 18:24:22 +0000 http://happierhuman.com/?p=610#comment-67860 Hi Amit,

Has there been any further research done since 1988 which provides statistics on how grateful Americans are as of 2013? I’ve attempted searching but haven’t come across any more recent surveys. Would be great to do a comparison as I am working on a speech currently which describes the benefits of daily gratitude. Please point me in the direction if you do have further information. It would be greatly appreciated!

]]> By: Amit Amin https://www.happierhuman.com/the-science-of-gratitude/#comment-20303 Mon, 29 Jul 2013 15:09:18 +0000 http://happierhuman.com/?p=610#comment-20303 In reply to Graham Kell.

Hi Graham,

I’d be happy to help however I can – your research project sounds awesome. You can reach me at amit {@} happierhuman.com.

Regards,
Amit

]]> By: Graham Kell https://www.happierhuman.com/the-science-of-gratitude/#comment-20188 Mon, 29 Jul 2013 02:10:57 +0000 http://happierhuman.com/?p=610#comment-20188 Hi and thank you for this wealth of information. I’m about to start a 2 year research project on the influence of gratitude on the brain using qEEG data (in Australia). I’d love to add to the knowledge base out there and would be grateful (no pun intended) for any contact from you (or anyone) in this field, to refine and share ideas.
Graham Kell
University of Southern Queensland

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