11/07/2025
Gratitude. It’s the word that naturally comes to mind for most of us this month.
As we begin planning for the Thanksgiving holiday, we talk about it, read about it, and jot down lists of what we are thankful for. But have you ever considered the science behind it?
Interestingly, writing down just three things you’re grateful for each day, for 21 days, can create lasting changes in your brain. This idea comes from research inspired by Harvard Medical School and highlighted in Harvard Health Publishing.
The study found that consistent gratitude journaling activates brain regions linked to emotional regulation, empathy, and joy. Participants in the study reported:
Increased happiness and life satisfaction
Reduced symptoms of depression
Improved sleep and stress reduction
Greater emotional regulation, strengthened relationships, and social bonds
Smiling woman in a white robe and hair towel, on a neutral white background.
In short, gratitude isn’t just a feeling—it’s a physiological shift in consciousness.
Can you imagine how powerful it would be if everyone shifted to a mental attitude of gratitude? In fact, that’s exactly what we’re striving for here at the spa this season. We are leaning into this practice and are inviting you to join us in two special ways:
Weekly Gratitude Drawing
Each time you visit, take a moment to write down something you’re grateful for and drop it into our Gratitude Jar. You’ll be entered into our weekly drawing to win a surprise Five Wellbeing gift.
Support Our Local Food Drive
In addition, we are collecting non-perishable food items to support families in our local community with non-perishable food items through the Backpack Society. Drop by the spa and donate today! See their wish list on our give back page.
Finally, I want to personally thank each of you for the kindness you show to me and my team, and for the continued support you give to the spa. On behalf of all of us, we wish you and your family a very healthy and Happy Thanksgiving!
In wellbeing,
Betsy
https://fivewellbeing.com/lean-into-gratitude/
