In a world that constantly tells you to “do better” and “be more,” it’s no surprise that a lot of us struggle with self-criticism. Seriously. It’s like we’re all playing a never-ending game of “who’s got the most perfect life.”

Alright, let’s talk gratitude. You know, that buzzword everyone throws around like it’s the secret ingredient to happiness. I’ll admit, I wasn’t convinced at first. Honestly, I thought it was a little too “inspirational meme” for my taste. But after