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10 Express Appreciation Verbally and Non-Verbally:Say %u201cthank you%u201d often. And encourage people to say %u201cyou%u2019re welcome.%u201d Doing so is a way to highlight good things and how they make you feel. Sincerely acknowledge and appreciate the efforts of each family member, whether they are 1 or 101.11Create a Gratitude Jar: Have a jar where family members can drop notes expressing gratitude. Read them together weekly or at the end of each month.12 S hare Positive News and Stories: We hear a lot of negative things throughout the day. Be intentional about sharing positive news stories, inspiring quotes, or books that make people happy.13 Encourage Empathy: Teach your family to consider the feelings and perspectives of others in various situations. This can help them appreciate the efforts and experiences of those around them and increase kindness.14 Practice Patience and Understanding:It%u2019s easy to lose patience with our family members. Encourage your family to be patient with each other and to understand that everyone is doing their best. It helps to slow down, take a breath, and say %u201cWe%u2019re all doing our best.%u201d This helps retrain your brain to be more patient and understanding.15 Celebrate Traditions and Special Occasions: Use holidays, birthdays, and other special occasions as opportunities to express gratitude and celebrate your family. These don%u2019t have to be big things either. Vanilla Cupcake Day is a worthy celebration (hint: it%u2019s on November 10!).Remember, fostering gratitude is an ongoing process that requires consistency and patience. By making gratitude a part of your family culture, you can create a more positive and appreciative environment for your whole family.habitatanchorage.org/restoreAlaskaParent.com fall 2025 alaska parent 19