@abigail-dantes, thank you for this well-researched, well thought-out article. I've read several articles and blog posts online recently that describe the practice of gratitude and forgiveness as releasing the same brain chemicals that Prozac and Wellbutrin attempt to access.

Whether certain members of the scientific community choose to recognize anecdotal evidence or not, the fact remains that anyone can try this and notice a change. I'm sure there are outliers, and people who actively resist feeling better, but shifting one's focus can quickly shift one's sense of well being, in my experience.

Weaving in the real life example of George in between the scientific findings is a great way to tell a story. We remember stories more than facts, and I hope I'll remember what you said about George.

I used to have a game I played with my children that if they were complaining too much, I would stop and ask them to tell me 5 things that make them grateful in life. I think I'm going to have to start this again after reading your post. Thank you again.