We've all found ourselves in tricky situations or had to navigate through life crises. In those moments, we often get caught up in a whirlwind of negativity. We fixate on all the things that aren't going right and find ourselves in a vicious cycle of sadness, fear, and anger. This, in turn, draws or attention more towards the negative aspects. But wait! There's a simple yet fascinating trick to escape this downward spiral. The magic word is gratitude. Take the time to focus on all the things you can be grateful for or appreciate. It's best to start by writing them down. It may be that at first, nothing comes to mind or you don't feel particularly grateful when you're feeling down. Just start by becoming aware of what you can appreciate. It can be the simplest things, like having a roof over your head, sufficient food, a cozy bed, or loving people in your life. Once you start this flow of thought, more and more things will come to mind. Perhaps you'll rememb...