5 Surprising Things You Can Be Grateful For (Even on a Bad Day)

Cozy morning scene of gratitude journaling on bad days, featuring an open journal on a white comforter and a hand holding a patterned mug with tea—capturing peaceful reflection and self-care.

Let’s be honest. Some days just suck. Maybe your coffee went cold before your first sip. Maybe the news wore you out before 9 a.m. Or maybe you’re just tired of being tired. Those are the days when the idea of gratitude journaling feels a little… extra. But here’s the…

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Morning or Night? When to Write in Your Gratitude Journal

Side-by-side images of morning and night gratitude journaling routines—one with a sunrise and coffee, the other with candlelight and a warm drink—highlighting the contrast in writing gratitude journal entries at different times of day. Perfect visual for exploring the benefits of morning vs night gratitude journaling.

If you’re new to gratitude journaling (welcome, by the way!), one of the first questions that pops up is: When’s the best time to write? Should you start your morning with gratitude? Or wind down at night and reflect on the good parts of the day? Short answer? Yes. Longer…

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What Is a Gratitude Journal For? A Modern Guide to Gratitude Journaling

Open gratitude journal with blank lined pages and a brown pen resting on top, placed on a wooden bench—symbolizing the start of a daily gratitude journaling practice.

Updated 11/2025 Have you ever wondered “what is a gratitude journal for?” It’s a fair question. You’ve seen the Instagram posts, promoting something trendy like the latest journal or maybe even bought a beautifully leather covered notebook only to let it sit on the shelf.  But a gratitude journal isn’t…

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