Gratitude

Gratitude is the simple habit of pausing to notice the good already woven through your days. It could be the warmth of your morning tea, a kind message from a friend or a sky painted pink at sunset. When you practise gratitude regularly, you gently train your mind to spot the light rather than only the gaps, and that shift can lift your whole mood.

It costs nothing and takes only a moment.

• Jot down three things you are thankful for each evening
• Tell someone you appreciate them, out loud

Little by little, this practice makes life feel richer. Our guide to slow living shows how gratitude fits into a calmer, happier everyday rhythm.