gratitude Archives - Alicia H. Clark PsyD https://aliciaclarkpsyd.com/tag/gratitude/ Licensed Psychologists, Washington DC Fri, 15 May 2020 15:36:09 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://aliciaclarkpsyd.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Favicon-squiggle-4-150x150.png gratitude Archives - Alicia H. Clark PsyD https://aliciaclarkpsyd.com/tag/gratitude/ 32 32 Why Gratitude? 5 Ways Giving Thanks Can Cultivate Balance and Joy https://aliciaclarkpsyd.com/why-gratitude/ https://aliciaclarkpsyd.com/why-gratitude/#comments Thu, 21 Nov 2019 13:37:17 +0000 http://aliciaclarkpsyd.com/?p=1109 While we are still learning why gratitude actually works, the science is clear that its benefits are not just limited to the holidays. Expressing gratitude turns out to be one of the most effective tools we have for adding positivity and connection. Research shows that saying “thank you” and feeling gratitude are as good for us…

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]]> https://aliciaclarkpsyd.com/why-gratitude/feed/ 2 Cited in Rewire Me – Morning Meditation https://aliciaclarkpsyd.com/rewire-me-morning-meditation/ Fri, 11 Sep 2015 04:18:33 +0000 http://aliciaclarkpsyd.com/?p=3298 Continuing in the spirit of transitioning seasons and better nighttime and evening routines, I was pleased to be cited in this Rewire Me article about the benefits of morning meditation as a strategy to improve self-compassion. Not only does good self care improve self-respect and confidence, but it can help us be more compassionate and respectful of…

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]]> A Surprising Approach to Father’s Day: What Dads Truly Want https://aliciaclarkpsyd.com/surprising-approach-to-fathers-day/ https://aliciaclarkpsyd.com/surprising-approach-to-fathers-day/#comments Wed, 17 Jun 2015 18:17:23 +0000 http://aliciaclarkpsyd.com/?p=2930 Searching for that perfect present for Father’s Day? A tie? A new set of golf clubs? Tickets to a baseball game? These are some of the many stereotypical Father’s Day gifts we all may be scrambling to purchase this week. But is that what Dad really wants, or what will make him happy? Maybe not. Science…

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]]> https://aliciaclarkpsyd.com/surprising-approach-to-fathers-day/feed/ 4 December 2014 Roundup – Sensitivity, Parenting, Taking Action, & Happiness https://aliciaclarkpsyd.com/december-2014-roundup-sensitivity-parenting-taking-action/ Sun, 28 Dec 2014 23:36:03 +0000 http://aliciaclarkpsyd.com/?p=2406 December’s Most Popular Topics: Sensitivity, Dads, Confidence, New Year Happiness The December 2014 roundup features the most popular posts of the past month, including discussions on emotional sensitivity, parenting, taking action, and cultivating happiness. I chose these topics because December is a month filled with holiday preparations and end of the year demands – and…

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]]> Here’s The Secret To Making Your Marriage Last – Video Panel for Your Tango https://aliciaclarkpsyd.com/making-your-marriage-last/ Sat, 22 Nov 2014 23:50:03 +0000 http://aliciaclarkpsyd.com/?p=2208 So pleased to be a part of this panel on long-term relationship success. Empathy, gratitude and making a relationship a priority are well-known elements of making your marriage last. When cultivating connection and intimacy, think of building a bridge between you and your partner, to help you both feel understood, safe, and connected. There’s no question…

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