Fostering gratitude in our own lives–and in the lives of our children–is a process. This is because gratitude is an experience, not just a behavior. Learn how to inspire gratitude and grow empathy in your child by following these three daily practices.
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Emphasize the giving, and the thanks will follow: how to foster generosity this holiday season
For many of us, Thanksgiving is a time for family, reflection and giving thanks. However, emerging research suggests that the spirit of giving—helping others, being thoughtful, practicing generosity—can generate a sense of gratitude that spans beyond a single day of gratefulness. That’s because gratitude and generosity are part of a cycle that we may be able to harness in order to create a kinder, more generous society.
Here are three ways to help the generosity flow this holiday season and beyond: