Praise the Lord

June 23, 2024 • JJ Cox • Psalm 103:1–4

“One solution is to cultivate an attitude of gratitude. That is, when you feel like complaining, shift your attention to something that you’re grateful for. Taking time to contemplate what your grateful for isn’t merely the right thing to do; it reduces the stress hormone cortisol by 23%. Research at the University of California, Davis, found that daily gratitude improves mood and energy, reduces anxiety, and lowers cortisol. When experiencing negative or pessimistic thoughts, use them as a cue to shift gears and think about something positive. In time, a positive attitude will become a way of life.”  -Dr. Travis Bradberry