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SALT LAKE CITY — It's the season of thanks, and research shows being grateful can have many health benefits.
Spencer Hansen, an addiction psychiatrist with Intermountain Health, works with a lot of people who may find it challenging to feel grateful.
But he said having a thankful mindset can help us feel better physically, especially our sleep and our cardiovascular health. Plus, there are mental health benefits, with studies showing gratitude can increase happiness by 25%.
And it doesn't have to be anything extravagant; having an attitude of gratitude could also mean keeping a journal.
It's not just for the holidays, too; you can cultivate thankfulness year-round.
"(It's) a very simple tool that everyone can practice day after day just to make our homes, neighborhoods, and communities healthier," Hansen said.
