We all have those days when it feels like everything is going wrong.
Maybe you slept through your alarm, or you got stuck in traffic.
Maybe you spilled your coffee, or you had a fight with a friend.
When things like this happen, it can be difficult to find things to be grateful for.
However, gratitude is a practice that can have a powerful impact on your life, even on the days when it feels impossible.
One way to get out of a gratitude slump is to think about the people in your life who are always there for you, no matter what.
These could be your parents, your best friend, or even your dog.
Think about how grateful you are for their love and support.
Another way to practice gratitude is to focus on the positive things that have happened to you, even if they seem small.
Maybe you had a great workout, or you made someone smile.
Maybe you’re grateful for the sun shining, or for the rain washing away the pollen.
Whatever it is, taking the time to focus on the good can help you get out of a slump and into a place of gratitude.
Here are some gratitude prompts that you can do:
1. Talk and Describe Your Favorite Moment of the Day
Sometimes it’s just difficult to write about what you’re grateful for right away.
So, instead of doing that, start off by talking and describing your favorite moment of the day.
This is also incredibly helpful during the days when your mood is off.
2. Describe Your Favorite Person
Another great way to prompt gratitude in your life is to describe your favorite person.
It could be someone who made you smile that day, a random person you talked to, or someone you have been with for years.
Write about one or more of their best qualities.
3. Describe the Relationships In Your Life You Are Thankful For
Which relationships in your life are you most thankful for? Describe them.
Put things into details and talk about how this relationship has made your life better, or simply, has made you smile.
4. Talk or Write About the Activities That You’re Grateful For
On days that feel draggy, or when you’re just down and you don’t know what to do, why not talk or write about activities that you do every day that you’re grateful for?
It could be as simple as talking about your morning ritual that keeps you sane and leave you with something to do as soon as you wake up?
5. Talk About the Challenges That Have Taught You A Lot
The challenges that you have faced in your life may seem like a bad thing that you don’t want to revisit anymore.
There are also challenges in our lives that we don’t realize we have overcome until we reflect on it.
Now, why don’t you talk about the challenges that you have experienced in your life?
Write or talk about what it taught you.
6. Talk About the Opportunities or Privileges You Have In Your Life
What are the opportunities in your life that you’re thankful for?
Think about your privileges as well. Be thankful for them.
You will be surprised when you do this that there are a lot of good things going on in your life.
7. Remember a Successful Moment In Your Life And Say Thank You
What is a successful moment in your life?
Whatever it is, it could be from ten years ago, or a small victory that you experienced yesterday at the grocery store, write it down or tell someone about it.
After that, say thank you, or better yet, write a thank you note that describes who and how you reached that success in your life.
When things are rough, always go back to these prompts.
Take a second and try to start a gratitude journal.
When you’re in the middle of a work day, take a breather and just think about these things.
Not only will these prompts uplift you, but they can also make you feel more grateful.
And you can never go wrong with gratitude in your life.
Are you ready to try these gratitude prompts?