The gratitude project : how the science of thankfulness can rewire our brains for resilience, optimism, and the greater good

Smith, Jeremy Adam, 1970- (editor.). Newman, Kira, (editor.). Marsh, Jason, (editor.). Keltner, Dacher, (editor.).

Summary: "The Gratitude Project explores gratitude's deep roots in human psychology-how it evolved and how it affects our brain-as well as the transformative impact it has on creating a meaningful life and a better world. This book is the result of a multiyear collaboration between the Greater Good Science Center and Robert Emmons of the University of California, Davis, with essays based on new research and written by renowned positive psychologists and public figures"--

Record details

ISBN: 9781684034611
ISBN: 1684034612
ISBN: 9781684034628
ISBN: 9781684034635
Physical Description: print
viii, 234 pages ; 23 cm
Publisher: Oakland, CA : New Harbinger Publications, Inc., [2020]

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references (pages [209] -232).
Formatted Contents Note:	The roots and meaning of gratitude -- The impact of gratitude -- How to be grateful -- How to be a grateful family -- How to foster gratefulness around you -- Conversations about the transformative potential of gratitude.