Author: Emmons, Robert A.; Crumpler, Cheryl A.
Description: Gratitude is an emotional state and an attitude toward life that is a source of human strength in enhancing one’s personal and relational well-being. In this article, we first explore the theological origins of gratitude as a virtue to be cultivated in the major monotheistic traditions of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Each tradition emphasizes the development of gratitude as a path to a good life, and prescribes approaches for practicing. Gratitude is explored further in the context of psychological theory and research. Empirical research linking gratitude with well-being and goal attainment is presented and discussed. Finally, future research questions and a tentative research agenda are presented.
Subject headings: Review; Moral attitude; Psychological well being; Cognition; Emotion emotionality; Human social interaction; Personality; Interpersonal relation; Religion; Temperament; Cognitive theory
Publication year: 2000
Journal or book title: Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology
Volume: 19
Issue: 1
Pages: 56-69
Find the full text: https://guilfordjournals.com/doi/abs/10.1521/jscp.2000.19.1.56
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