PUT GRATITUDE PLANNING INTO PRACTICE

Tis the season to give thanks. This time of year it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the holidays. Gifts to buy, meals to make and parties to attend can easily overshadow what really matters – spending time with family, friends and loved ones. The practice of keeping a gratitude notebook or simply jotting it down in your planner is an easy, yet powerful way to remind you of what is most important. Gratitude pages are an available add-on for your Plum Paper custom 2026 planner for those who want to have an opportunity to reflect and schedule upcoming events all in one place.

Another option for establishing gratitude planning is to have a dedicated personalized notebook specifically for tracking moments of grace. Today we are breaking down why a Plum Paper Gratitude Notebook is the perfect addition to your routine this holiday season.

The Plum Paper Gratitude Notebook comes with 49 daily gratitude spreads. The first section is your daily overview which asks, “Did I Practice Gratitude Today?” This is a chance for you to reflect on the day. In what ways did you show gratitude for your day?

Choose four things that stood out to you throughout your day. Be specific and honest about your feelings. It could be something as simple as, “I am grateful for my morning cup of coffee” or “I am grateful for my family and friends.”

You have a few lines to write about some of the things you are most grateful for. This is an opportunity to dig deeper and reflect on your values and priorities.

The last section of your gratitude page consists of three prompts: “The Best Thing That Happened Today,” “I Felt Joyful When” and “I’m Looking Forward To.” These sections are an opportunity to get specific about the little things in your day that made it great. It is also an opportunity to remind yourself that joyful things are on their way to you!

There are so many benefits of keeping a gratitude notebook, including:

• Improved Mental Health: Research has shown that practicing gratitude can lead to increased feelings of happiness and reduced symptoms of depression and anxiety. When you focus on the positive aspects of your life, you naturally shift your mindset toward a more optimistic and hopeful outlook.

• Better Relationships: Expressing gratitude in your journal can extend to your relationships. When you acknowledge and appreciate the people in your life, it can strengthen your bonds with them.

• Enhanced Self-Awareness: Writing in a gratitude journal allows you to reflect on your values and priorities. It can help you identify what truly matters to you and guide you towards a more fulfilling life.

Plum Paper’s customizable design makes it an ideal tool for keeping track of all your holiday preparations. We are grateful for our Plum Paper family this holiday season, and we wish you a Happy Thanksgiving!