– It is important not to take things for granted. We have good living conditions here in Norway. For student Anja Engelsvold, it is important to be grateful. Especially today. – Now there are so many around the world who are in pain. We are lucky in Norway, and we must not forget that, she says. Gratitude in a gloomy time The last time has been characterized by negative news. War and conflicts shake us, prices rise and climate reports become increasingly gloomy. Anja believes it is important to think about what we actually have – and are happy about – in a time like this. – I have a roof over my head and food and money. I have everything I need here in Norway, she says. Anja is studying nursing at Høgskulen på Vestlandet, campus Haugesund. Photo: Simon Elias Bogen / news A routine Every day she writes down three things she is grateful for. It can be anything from a washing machine to good friends. – I started with this during a period when I was negative and had many negative thoughts. Then I wrote down what I was grateful for, and three goals I had for the day. She says this had a positive effect, and Anja noticed that she became much happier. Do you write down things you are grateful for? Yes!😇 No😊 No, but now I’m going to start!😄 Show result – Can help many Psychologist Pia von Hirsch is well acquainted with this method. She believes it can help many people. – Thinking through your day and finding something to be grateful for is helpful for many. For example, the hug you got, the smile from the woman at the till at the shop or the bedclothes that were so warm to lie down in, says von Hirsch. Psychologist Pia von Hirsch works with therapy and shares knowledge through @psykologpia on Instagram. Photo: Jola McDonald This, the psychologist says, often gives a little boost. – It can help us to be more present here and now, while at the same time it can give good feelings, she adds. Through the hashtag #takknemlighet, young people share what they are grateful for, and why it is important to be grateful. Through the hashtag #takknemlighet, young people share what they are grateful for, and why it is important to be grateful. Through the hashtag #takknemlighet, young people share what they are grateful for, and why it is important to be grateful. Photo: Screenshots from TikTok – Could start right away Synnøve Kvernberg (21) is also a student and knows people who do the same as Anja – write down things they are grateful for. She doesn’t do it herself, but says it’s something she could start with. – You feel better if you think about things you are grateful for. It would probably have helped a little with the psyche and everyday life to write down, she says. Student Synnøve Kvernberg knows she is happier and appreciates things more when she is grateful. – You will be happy with what you have, she says. Photo: Simon Elias Bogen / news Research support Several studies have concluded that those who are grateful are often happier and more satisfied with life. A person who often shows gratitude has the prerequisites for better relationships, emotional well-being and psychological well-being, according to one of the studies. (External link). World-renowned psychologist Dr. Jordan Peterson from Canada often talks about the importance of gratitude. “There is real benefit in showing gratitude. It is also good protection against bad times and injustice”, is one of his quotes. Psychologist Dr. Jordan Peterson. Photo: Mark Peterson/Redux / Redux – Gratitude does not solve everything Psychologist von Hirsch also often writes about the benefits of gratitude on Instagram. – Focusing on what you are grateful for can be strengthening for the mental health of many. It directs our attention towards what we already have and value, she says. But she is clear that gratitude does not solve all problems: – The downside of this is that you can get the impression that there is something wrong with yourself if you follow all the advice, do everything right, focus and think positively and still have pain , says von Hirsch. Hello, you! Positive news is important. Do you have any thoughts that you are stuck with after reading this case? Or maybe you have tips for something else I can write about? Please contact! 👇
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