Study on the Phenomenon of Gratitude

The article is devoted to studying the experience of the phenomenon of gratitude. Th e importance of the positive side of human life including gratitude is explored. 45 everyday situations inducing gratitude experience are analyzed. Th e psychotherapeutic potential of gratitude is highlighted. Th e further prospects or research are sketched.

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