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City of Austin Honors Dr. Ramesh Aravind at The Day of Gratitude Gala 2025
Austin, Texas - August 23, 2025 - The Day of Gratitude Gala 2025, held at the Austin Central Library Special Events Center, brought together an...
Building a Culture of Gratitude — TDG’s Vision for the Future
The Day of Gratitude (TDG) may have started with a single story, but it has grown into a movement with a mission: to make gratitude a cultural...
From Moments to Movement — The Day of Gratitude Sparks Lasting Change
When over 300 people gathered on August 24, 2024, for The Day of Gratitude , they did more than attend an event—they joined a growing movement....
Gratitude in Action — TDG 2024 Unites Leaders and Communities Across Austin
In a city known for innovation and civic pride, Austin, Texas played host to a unique celebration on August 24, 2024—The Day of Gratitude (TDG). The...
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Restoring Human Connection and Well being
Transformation through the power of the “Big Three”:
- Kindness: Simple acts of generosity that uplift others
- Compassion: Deep empathy and understanding
- Gratitude: Acknowledging and appreciating the good in our lives, which strengthens bonds and boosts happiness
Gratitude: A Catalyst for Personal Transformation
- Regular gratitude journaling has been shown to result in 5% to 15% increase in optimism and 25% increased sleep quality.
- Gratitude empowers emotional well-being, leading to a 23% reduction in cortisol (stress hormone) levels. (National Institutes of Health)
- 16% lower blood pressure and 10% lower cholesterol levels observed in people who regularly practice gratitude. (American Psychological Association)
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- Inspiring action
- Fostering collaboration
- Amplifying the message of gratitude
The Day of Gratitude 2024 Impact
- National Recognition: The Day of Gratitude 2024 was honored with Congressional Recognition by U.S. Congressman Rep. Lloyd Doggett for its growing impact and community leadership.
- Proclaimed by Mayors: The Mayors of Austin (Kirk Watson) and Leander (Christine DeLisle) officially proclaimed August 20th as “The Day of Gratitude”—a lasting legacy of kindness and compassion.
- Community Impact: Over 180 community leaders, changemakers, and policymakers gathered to celebrate and elevate the movement at TDG’s signature event.
- Personal Transformation: 189 individuals participated in the Gratitude Journaling Challenge, embracing daily reflection and creating powerful ripple effects of positivity.
