World Gratitude Day

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Gratitude is the simplest, most powerful way to shift perspective.

A Global Reminder

First celebrated in 1965 at the International East-West Center in Hawaii, World Gratitude Day was officially recognized by the United Nations in 1977. Every September 21, people around the world pause to reflect on what they are thankful for—big or small.

In 2025, gratitude is more than a nice thought. Science shows it rewires the brain, reduces stress, and strengthens connections. Cultures across the globe have practiced gratitude rituals for centuries, from prayer and meditation to community feasts. Today, it’s a universal practice that bridges spirituality, psychology, and wellness. World Gratitude Day is not only about recognizing blessings but also about actively expressing them—because gratitude grows when shared.

Vibes

Grounded, uplifting, reflective—gratitude with global resonance.

How to Celebrate

  • Write down three things you’re grateful for today
  • Express appreciation to someone in your life—directly or publicly
  • Start a gratitude journal or meditation practice
  • Share gratitude posts or videos online to inspire others
  • Volunteer or give back to your community as an act of thanks

Pulse Check

Who is one person you’ve been meaning to thank, but haven’t yet?

Gratitude is contagious—it creates ripples that turn small acts into lasting change.

Interesting Facts

  1. Gratitude practices are shown to boost serotonin and dopamine, the “happiness chemicals.”
  2. The first formal celebration of World Gratitude Day was in 1965, started by meditation leader Sri Chinmoy.
  3. People who keep gratitude journals sleep better, exercise more, and report higher levels of optimism.

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“Gratitude turns what we have into enough.” – Aesop

“Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it.” – William Arthur Ward

“Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all others.” – Cicero

World Gratitude Day is a reminder that thankfulness is more than a mood—it’s a movement. A practice that transforms lives, strengthens communities, and brightens the world one acknowledgment at a time.