We thought we could help people express gratitude to their partner when they felt it, and these expressions of gratitude would draw the couples closer by spending more time together. Why gratitude?

Relationships are fundamental to human existence. From family and friends to colleagues and neighbors, people invest significant effort in nurturing and maintaining meaningful connections.

In a world where communication is often reduced to quick texts and social media posts, the art of expressing gratitude can sometimes be overlooked. Many people wonder whether they really need to ...

Giving thanks is good for the person giving it as well as the one receiving it. So why don’t we express gratitude more often? Research suggests that many people don’t realize how much a simple ...

But “feeling it is only half the equation,” said Philip Watkins, a professor of psychology at Eastern Washington University and the author of “Gratitude and the Good Life.” Expressing ...

While it’s common to appreciate material things, a recent study by BYU researchers suggests that expressing gratitude to others and to God significantly enhances the spirit of thankfulness. “Our ...