Gratitude: Your Brain’s Natural Antidepressant
A grateful heart rewires your brain—and your life.
Gratitude doesn’t just feel good—it’s good for you. Neuroscience research reveals that regular gratitude practice activates brain regions associated with dopamine and serotonin, the feel-good chemicals (Zahn et al., 2009).
Spend a few minutes each day writing down 3 things you’re thankful for. Be specific. “My hot coffee this morning” or “My neighbor’s wave.” The more details, the more impact.
You’ll start to notice the good more often, even in hard moments. Gratitude is a lens—it helps you see that even when life is imperfect, it can still be beautiful.
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