How To Practice Gratitude

Making a gratitude list is a great way to calm the nerves, soothe the soul, and remind you daily of the things that truly matter. Such a lust can help to let go of bothersome of irritating things that can mark your day.

It’s enjoyable, but also useful to make a gratitude list, and it can help to give you relief from worry and provide you with a sense of purpose.

Here are some tips to help you start journaling and how to make it a habit you will easily stick to.

Create A Ritual

Make a ritual out of it. For 5-10 minutes journal about things. But don’t do it, just for the sake of it. No, do it with a cup of tea, coffee, matcha, whatever… do it with your favorite music.

Lower the Barrier to Entry

Use prompts: Having a list of go-to prompts (like “What made me smile today?” or “What did I learn?”) makes it easier to jump in without overthinking. Keep it short: Commit to writing just one sentence. This removes pressure and often leads to writing more. Voice journaling: If typing or writing is too much some days, record a voice note instead.

Anchor It to an Existing Habit

Even if you don’t want a full-on ritual, you can piggyback on another habit:

After brushing your teeth While your coffee brews Just before shutting down your computer for the day.

Track It Visually

Use a habit tracker or calendar to mark off each day you journal. The visual streak can be motivating. Try a digital app (like Daylio, Journey, or Notion) that reminds you and tracks consistency.

Build Accountability

Share one insight a week with a friend or community (even anonymously online). Or keep a personal “weekly wins” journal you look back on at the end of each week.

Make It Rewarding

Pair journaling with a positive feeling. Listen to music you love while journaling. End with a fun question (“If today was a color, what would it be?”) to keep it light. Occasionally re-read past entries to remind yourself why you’re doing it.

Forgive Missed Days

Missing a day isn’t failure. You can use the “never miss two days in a row” rule. Or just treat each day as a fresh start—momentum builds over time.