Brown identifies gratitude as the key practice to counteract foreboding joy. She notes, 'Gratitude, therefore, emerged from the data as the antidote to foreboding joy.' Practicing gratitude helps individuals stay open to joy and appreciate the present moment, despite the inherent vulnerability. Brown shares that those who embrace joy often describe it as a spiritual practice tied to human connectedness and a higher power. She emphasizes that gratitude is not just an attitude but involves tangible practices like keeping gratitude journals or jars, which help people acknowledge and celebrate the ordinary moments that bring joy. | Brené Brown | Daring Greatly

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The Role of Gratitude

Brown identifies gratitude as the key practice to counteract foreboding joy. She notes, 'Gratitude, therefore, emerged from the data as the antidote to foreboding joy.' Practicing gratitude helps individuals stay open to joy and appreciate the present moment, despite the inherent vulnerability. Brown shares that those who embrace joy often describe it as a spiritual practice tied to human connectedness and a higher power. She emphasizes that gratitude is not just an attitude but involves tangible practices like keeping gratitude journals or jars, which help people acknowledge and celebrate the ordinary moments that bring joy.

-- Brené Brown