The social functions of the emotion of gratitude via expression.

Sara B Algoe, Barbara L Fredrickson, Shelly L Gable

August 2013 Emotion

Synopsis of Social media discussions

The ongoing social discussions highlight the scientific basis and practical applications of gratitude, with mentions of articles and newsletters, such as Arthur Brooks’ insights, signaling recognition of its value. The tone balances informative sharing with personal reflection, emphasizing gratitude as a meaningful social tool that can foster happier relationships, aligning with the article's emphasis on gratitude’s social functions.

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Agreement
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Most discussions acknowledge the positive role of gratitude in relationships, referencing scientific sources and personal practices.

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Interest
 Moderate level of interest

Participants show moderate interest, sharing links and reflections on the practice of gratitude and its social functions.

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Engagement
 Moderate level of engagement

Posts include references to research articles and newsletters, indicating a moderate level of engagement with the academic content.

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Impact
 Moderate level of impact

The conversations suggest an appreciation for the importance of gratitude, but without deep debate or call to action, indicating a modest perceived impact.

Social Mentions

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1 Posts

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2 Posts

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6 Articles

News

27 Articles

Metrics

Video Views

7,422

Total Likes

875

Extended Reach

29,539

Social Features

38

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Scientific Benefits of Gratitude for Relationship Enhancement

Scientific Benefits of Gratitude for Relationship Enhancement

Gratitude strengthens social bonds by fostering feelings of connection and responsiveness between individuals. This science-based approach highlights gratitude's unique role in enhancing relationship quality and support over time.

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Neuroscientific Insights into Gratitude and Altruism Enhancement

Neuroscientific Insights into Gratitude and Altruism Enhancement

What if gratitude isn't just politeness but a practical mental hack that rewires your brain. This video explores how gratitude activates neural reward systems, boosts prosocial behavior, and can be cultivated to increase altruistic motivation through simple practices like gratitude journaling.

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August 22, 2025

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  • Kirana
    @kirana_dns (Twitter)

    RT @SaraBangtan07: Source: From Arthur Brooks’s newsletter, “Arthur Brooks: The Art and Science of Happiness” Re: Gratitude is a practice…
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  • Sara
    @sarabangtan07.bsky.social (Bluesky)

    • pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21401225/ • pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23731434/ • psycnet.apa.org/record/2014-... • www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti... • www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
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  • Sara (Rest)
    @SaraBangtan07 (Twitter)

    Source: From Arthur Brooks’s newsletter, “Arthur Brooks: The Art and Science of Happiness” Re: Gratitude is a practice - just like Thanksgiving dinners” Links: • https://t.co/LuGdcqGJTE • https://t.co/xhDdbrhaIv • https://t.co/sLfKyym31K • https://t.co/m9bzxYWCKl •
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Abstract Synopsis

  • Gratitude functions to strengthen high-quality relationships by fostering feelings of connection between the person expressing gratitude and the target of that gratitude.
  • The study used a laboratory task where romantic partners expressed gratitude, finding that the target’s perception of the expresser's responsiveness predicted improvements in their relationship over six months.
  • These findings highlight that gratitude uniquely contributes to relationship growth, beyond other positive social interactions, emphasizing its special role in building social bonds.]