Free Printable Gratitude Journal Template

What is a Gratitude Journal? Download This Free Gratitude Journal Printable

In times like these–when it seems like so many things are uncertain and when we don’t know what tomorrow will bring, when we’re feeling negative and afraid–it can be easy to focus on the bad. But that’s why positivity and gratitude are even more important. To that end, this free gratitude journal can help!

Why gratitude? What are the benefits?

Gratitude is the practice of being thankful and appreciative for what you have and for the good things in your life. In the process, gratitude helps you connect with something larger than yourself–with your family, friends, community, nature, or a higher power. In fact, scientific research has shown a strong connection between gratitude and greater happiness! People who practice gratitude can feel more positive emotions, be present for and enjoy good experiences, lower stress (which can improve the immune system and your health!), overcome obstacles more easily, and build stronger relationships.

Clearly, there is a lot of good that can come from gratitude! After all, who doesn’t want to feel happy, connected, and healthy? But of course, practicing gratitude can be easier said than done! As I mentioned above, it can be hard to be grateful even in the best of times, so when someone backs into your car, when you’re in a fight with a loved one, or when you’re facing a health scare, gratitude is much more challenging. That’s why I find a gratitude journal template to be extremely helpful.

Download this Free Gratitude Journal

What is a gratitude journal?

A gratitude journal is simple: it’s really just a template that prompts you to remember what’s good in your life. When you’re having trouble thinking of the good, a gratitude journal can help by asking you questions and serving as a reminder. By using a gratitude journal regularly, you can get into the habit of feeling grateful and positive–so you can get all the benefits mentioned above! Start by thinking of things you like about yourself (we can all use some help quieting that inner critic!), then move on to good things in other areas of your life.

What’s more, gratitude journals can be used by anyone, anywhere, and anytime. Gratitude journals for children, for example, can help kids learn resilience, overcome disappointment, and foster generosity.

How to Get Your Free Gratitude Journal

Try adding a gratitude journal into your and your family’s routine! Use one gratitude journal for you and one for your children, and fill it out together before bedtime. Over time, you and your family will feel all the gratitude journal’s benefits–from lowered stress to increased positivity!

At this point, if you’re wondering where to get a gratitude journal, you’re in luck! You don’t have to spend lots of money on a fancy leather-bound notebook. You don’t even have to leave your house to get it, or wait for the mail carrier to bring a shipment to your door. You can start your gratitude practice today, in the comfort of your own home, with a free gratitude journal PDF!

These printable gratitude worksheets are completely free: just download them and print them at home! They’re so convenient: whenever they fill up, you can always print more!

I hope this free gratitude journal helps you to feel more grateful, happier, and more positive during trying times! Please feel free to let me know in the comments below how the gratitude journal works out for you–or better yet, comment with something you are grateful for to spread the positivity!

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