Hello,  

Thank you.

When was the last time you said those words?

How often do you really even say them?

If you’re like most folks, you’re not saying, “thank you,” as much as you think.

In fact, most of us rarely say, “thanks,” even when someone’s doing us a favor or giving us a gift.

How rarely? Only about once every 20 times there’s an opportunity.¹

And, yet, expressing gratitude can be really good for us.

It ignites positive emotions and lets us focus on what's good in our lives. That can get us to step outside of our day-to-day thinking and start seeing things in a new light.

Even the simplest expressions of gratitude can go a long way toward making life happier – or even healthier.

So, how can we make gratitude a habit?

Let’s look at some easy, meaningful ways to practice gratitude every day.

#1: Choose gratitude

Gratitude is often a choice. It's not automatic. So, choose to recognize when you feel appreciation, thankfulness, and gratitude. And remember, embracing feelings of gratitude can be good. But choosing to express that gratitude can be FAR better.²

#2: Break for gratitude

Daily gratitude won't happen if you don't make time for it. So, reserve a few minutes at the beginning or end of your day to reflect on what you're thankful for that day. Then, find some small way to show your appreciation, even if you're the only one who "sees" it.

#3: Create a gratitude list

Writing down what you're thankful for means taking the time to reflect on the good things in your life. Whether or not you share that list with anyone, writing it out lets you see many things that bring you joy all at once. That can give you perspective and make it easier to embrace gratitude every day.²

#4: Accept what you can't change

In life, we never have 100% control over everything all the time. We never will either, and that's OK. In fact, the sooner we learn to be OK with that and let things go, the better. Worrying about the things we can't change is just a drain. Letting go of them gives us more time to focus on what we can control.³

#5: Remember and reframe bad experiences

Don't ignore your bad experiences. When they happen or you revisit them, think about what you've learned and what you'd do differently now. When you reflect on the bad and reframe it in terms of what you've learned, you can see how far you've come since then. That can help you be more thankful for the now.⁴

#6: Write and send "thank you" notes

"Thank you" notes don't have to be elaborate or super formal. Just take a couple of minutes to write a few lines about why you appreciate someone or what they did for you. Whether that's on a sticky note, in an email, or in a card, it'll brighten your day and someone else's.²

#7: Give back

Do someone a favor or give to a cause you care about. Finding a way to give back and support what brings you joy can be deeply meaningful. It's also a great way to express your gratitude and enjoy some lasting happiness from it.⁵

How Practicing Gratitude Can Really Pay Off (And Why You Should Care)

Are you already in the habit of any of these practices?

Which new one are you willing to try out tomorrow?

The truth is, if you can make gratitude a regular practice, you won’t just be happier or more optimistic in the moment.² It can be good for the body and our relationships in the long run.

You can actually reduce your overall anxiety and stress levels in addition to getting much better at controlling your negative emotions.⁶

It can also make our relationships stronger because there’s a boomerang effect with gratitude — the more we give it out, the more we tend to get it back.

That can make us feel more connected to others. It can also make us more willing to share our concerns, forgive, and go out of our way to help each other.^2,6

Gratitude has the power to truly enrich us.

We’d like to take this opportunity to share our appreciation for each of you.

Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your life—not only in your financial journey but also in your day-to-day and big life moments.

With gratitude,

Your Eagle Wealth Team

P.S. When was the last time a “thank you” from someone else really touched you? How were you thanked and how did you feel after? Hit “reply” and share your experience with us. We’d love to hear about it.

5 Key Insights for the Remainder of 2025

The first half of 2025 felt rough—trade tensions, market drops, global conflicts, and debt worries dominated the headlines. It’s easy to feel like markets are constantly under pressure, but the data tells a fuller story.

Despite corrections in major indexes and a Nasdaq bear market, we also saw one of the fastest rebounds on record. Those who stayed focused on their long-term plans were rewarded.

Here are five key insights to put things in perspective:

1. Markets are resilient.

2. Geopolitical risks are dominating headlines.

3. The economy appears healthy.

4. Asset classes beyond U.S. stocks have performed well.

5. Maintaining a long-term perspective is beneficial.

Click here to read more details behind these insights.

Uncertainty is part of investing. Risk and reward go hand in hand—and sticking to a disciplined approach can make all the difference as we head into the second half of the year.

As always, if you have questions or concerns regarding this topic, please reach out to us. We’re happy to discuss things further with you.

<sup>1. https://www.theguardian.com/science/2018/may/23/people-rarely-say-thank-you-when-others-help-them-out-scientists-say
2. https://www.health.harvard.edu/healthbeat/giving-thanks-can-make-you-happier
3. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/ending-addiction-good/202011/cultivating-gratitude
4. https://positivepsychology.com/neuroscience-of-gratitude/
5. https://www.everydayhealth.com/emotional-health/why-giving-to-causes-you-care-about-is-good-for-your-health/
6. https://healthcare.utah.edu/healthfeed/postings/2021/11/practicing-gratitude.php</sup>

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