Gratitude Journal: A Magical Place to Multiply Your Blessings

Gratitude is far more than saying, “Thank you.” Feeling genuinely grateful sends out a siren call to the universe that shouts, “I love this, I appreciate this, and want more of it!” Feeling grateful—really, truly and deeply grateful—works magic. It becomes an energy that literally creates more things to feel grateful for.
In this journal you will list three things that happened recently that you’re grateful for. They can be little things or big things, but go beyond the simple list. Take a moment to elaborate on at least one thing on that list. Write the details of that gratitude.
For example, “I am grateful for the sunset I witnessed tonight. Yellows, reds and purples splashed across the sky as the sun forced its way through a patchwork of clouds. Its beauty made me shiver, and I felt, in that moment, as if I were touched by God.”
It doesn’t have to be poetic or well written. But if you write about the details of what you experienced and especially how you felt, you will strengthen the power of your gratitude.
You’ll also write about something in your life that you are grateful for. Again, go into some detail here and feel the appreciation deeply as you write.
Then you’ll write about something that happened in the past that you feel grateful to have experienced. Maybe it was a difficult lesson but you grew, perhaps it was a mentor or friend who made a difference in your life, or it could be an experience you had that touched you in some way. It doesn’t have to be big or profound—it could be the memory of warm bologna and mayo sandwiches you looked forward to for lunch in third grade. To add to the creative cocoon of positive vibes, you’ll write about something from the future that you will be grateful for. Write as if you already have this dream. Feel the deliciousness of this blessing in your life and let the gratitude wash over you. Feel the energies of triumph and celebration.
Lastly, you’ll write about (or simply read, if this is written for you) one of your eternal blessings. These are blessings of a more spiritual nature.
Use this journal on a regular basis—and you will transform your life.