Practice Gratitude Regularly, But Not Daily For More Happiness

Make gratitude a flexible, weekly habit by adjusting its timing, focus, or format to keep it meaningful and engaging.

Frequency:
Expressing gratitude doesn’t have to be a daily practice. Weekly gratitude can be more sustainable—it avoids feeling overwhelming and doesn’t turn into a chore.

Content:
Each time, identify 3-5 things you’re genuinely grateful for.

Staying Engaged:
If the habit starts to feel boring or routine, switch it up:

Change the timing (e.g., after specific events or triggers).

Adjust the focus (e.g., different types of gratitude).

Vary the format (e.g., writing in a journal, using a phone app).

Keep experimenting to keep the practice meaningful and engaging.

Links

1. Make gratitude a habit
2. Mental subtraction can help your practicing gratitude