J Posit Psychol December 2015 PMID 27800009

Positive Psychology in Context: Effects of Expressing Gratitude in Ongoing Relationships Depend on Perceptions of Enactor Responsiveness.

Sara B Algoe, Ruixue Zhaoyang

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The overall discussion shows an interest in the nuances of expressing gratitude, with posts pointing out that sincerity matters and referencing practical tips like saying thank you effectively. The tone varies from positive reinforcement to cautioning that gratitude can backfire if perceived as insincere, reflecting recognition of the research's implications for improving personal and relational wellbeing.

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Most discussions acknowledge the nuanced effects of expressing gratitude, recognizing that sincerity and perception of responsiveness are important, aligning with the article's findings.

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The posts display high curiosity about effective gratitude practices and their effects, demonstrating strong engagement with the topic.

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There is a moderate level of engagement, with comments referencing research and suggesting practical applications, such as saying thank you effectively or understanding relationship dynamics.

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The discussions highlight that understanding how gratitude is perceived can influence relationship wellbeing, indicating a moderate but meaningful impact of the research findings.

Abstract in brief

  • Expressing gratitude in ongoing relationships can promote personal and relational wellbeing, but the positive effects depend on how responsive the partner is perceived to be.
  • The study found that couples who viewed their partner as particularly responsive when expressing gratitude experienced greater wellbeing, while this was not true for those in the control group.
  • The research suggests that artificially promoting gratitude may not be effective if the partner is seen as unresponsive, emphasizing the importance of understanding relationship dynamics before applying gratitude-based interventions.]

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Dr Vanessa Hill
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’Tis the season for ~~GRATITUDE~~ but is being thankful always beneficial? Research suggests the sincerity of your “thanks” determines whether it’s helpful or harmful to relationships. NEW VIDEO: https://t.co/1uDD1ZbDAt https://t.co/yJN9ifW94A

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Samantha Yammine, PhD
@heysciencesam · X

RT @nessyhill: ’Tis the season for ~~GRATITUDE~~ but is being thankful always beneficial? Research suggests the sincerity of your “thanks”…

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BrainCraft
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RT @nessyhill: ’Tis the season for ~~GRATITUDE~~ but is being thankful always beneficial? Research suggests the sincerity of your “thanks”…

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Charlie Kruse
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"Thank You" Backfires When Used in This Way https://t.co/JcXFrZXfzQ via @YouTube

Nov 15, 2019 · 6,135 followers View post →
David T. Shorb
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RT @HowtoADHD: How to say thank you effectively. This is really good! https://t.co/e7fiK8aZQc

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“"Thank You" Backfires When Used in This Way - YouTube” https://t.co/WMtiwiVih8

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RT @HowtoADHD: How to say thank you effectively. This is really good! https://t.co/e7fiK8aZQc

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RT @HowtoADHD: How to say thank you effectively. This is really good! https://t.co/e7fiK8aZQc

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Samantha Yammine, PhD
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RT @nessyhill: ’Tis the season for ~~GRATITUDE~~ but is being thankful always beneficial? Research suggests the sincerity of your “thanks”…

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"Thank You" Backfires When Used in This Way https://t.co/UFIqTqkQQ0 via @YouTube

Nov 15, 2019 · 3,045 followers View post →
Charlie Kruse
@TheCharlieKruse · X

"Thank You" Backfires When Used in This Way https://t.co/JcXFrZXfzQ via @YouTube

Nov 15, 2019 · 6,135 followers View post →
BrainCraft
@Brain_Craft · X

RT @nessyhill: ’Tis the season for ~~GRATITUDE~~ but is being thankful always beneficial? Research suggests the sincerity of your “thanks”…

Nov 15, 2019 · 2 shares · 9,949 followers View post →
Dr Vanessa Hill
@nessyhill · X

’Tis the season for ~~GRATITUDE~~ but is being thankful always beneficial? Research suggests the sincerity of your “thanks” determines whether it’s helpful or harmful to relationships. NEW VIDEO: https://t.co/1uDD1ZbDAt https://t.co/yJN9ifW94A

Nov 15, 2019 · 15 likes · 2 shares · 19,889 followers View post →
neanderthal yabuki
@nean · X

“"Thank You" Backfires When Used in This Way - YouTube” https://t.co/WMtiwiVih8

Nov 15, 2019 · 3,210 followers View post →
Scientifically Explained
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RT @Brain_Craft: When Gratitude Goes Wrong: https://t.co/MEYHYaaAuI Thankfully (or not?) It’s time for a NEW VIDEO!

Nov 15, 2019 · 1 share · 307 followers View post →