20 Gratitude Prompts to Help You Get Started Journaling
As we enter the season of thankfulness, it’s worth remembering that gratitude isn’t just about good manners — it’s also good for your mental health.
Practicing gratitude regularly can:
• Ease anxiety and reduce stress
• Strengthen self-awareness and emotional resilience
• Support physical health — studies even show it can lower blood pressure and improve sleep
One simple way to begin is with a gratitude journal. Take a few minutes each day to jot down what you’re thankful for — big or small. Over time, this small practice can help shift your focus from what’s missing to what’s meaningful.
If you’re new to journaling (or picking it back up), here are a few prompts to help you get started:
Today, I’m grateful for…
One thing that made me smile or laugh today was…
Something I’m looking forward to this week is…
A friend I’m especially thankful for right now is…
A recent accomplishment I’m proud of is…
A place I’ve been that fills me with gratitude is…
Three strengths or skills I’m grateful to have are…
I’m thankful for the progress I’ve made — especially in…
A book, show, or movie that brings me joy is…
My favorite part of my daily routine is…
I’m thankful for my body because it allows me to…
The best gift I’ve ever received was…
A meal or food that always makes me happy is…
Three scents that make me feel calm or joyful are…
A piece of clothing that makes me feel confident is…
Someone who’s made a difference in my life is…
At work (or school), I’m thankful for…
Someone I want to express gratitude to is…
A moment from my past that I now appreciate is…
One valuable lesson I’ve learned from a mistake is…
If you’d like more practical tools for building gratitude into your daily life — or want to explore how thankfulness connects to emotional well-being — our team at Grace Therapy Collective is here to help.
About Grace Therapy Collective
Located in Vestavia Hills, Alabama, Grace Therapy Collective provides compassionate mental health and speech therapy services for children, teens, and adults. Our team is dedicated to fostering resilience and growth in every stage of life through a warm, nonjudgmental environment.
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