Expressing gratitude daily fosters more positive outlook

Chloe Murray ’22, Staff Writer|February 1, 2022

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Graphic by Chloe Murray '22

According to Positive Psychology, journaling for five minutes a day about what we are grateful for can enhance long-term happiness by over 10%.

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