The Impact of a Gratitude Intervention on Stress Reactivity

"Participants are given the following instructions:~Think of someone in your life who you feel like you have never fully or properly thanked for something meaningful or important that they did for you. . . . In the space provided below, please write a note to this person that describes why you feel like you never properly thanked them and letting them know why you feel thankful for something important that they did for you. Though this letter will not actually be sent to this person and is simply an exercise for you, please use this as an opportunity to really explore those feelings surrounding how you feel about what they have done for you and write honestly and openly from your heart. You have ten minutes."

"Participants receive the following instructions:~Think of the room you are in…. In the space below, please provide a description of the room you are in. Try to focus on the specific elements in the room, the colours of the wall or objects in the room. Use this writing session as an opportunity to paint a detailed picture of this room and include as much specific information as you can. You have ten minutes."