Gratitude is a habit that we must foster in ourselves and in our children. It is an important value that teaches us to appreciate life and all the good in it. It is a way to focus on what we have, on who we are, and what we have achieved. What we need to take into account is that our children must develop this habit out of conviction and not out of obligation. The act of saying "thank you" should not be done simply because it's considered good manners—it doesn't work that way. When your child is grateful, he is being empathetic and is validating the efforts of others and also acknowledging what life has given him.
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With the passage of time and continued practice of gratitude, your children can internalize this ability as a permanent feeling. They will understand that everything in life has something of value to offer, and they will learn to approach everything in life from that viewpoint, including the less pleasant experiences. When your children learn to face life with a positive attitude, even in the face of adversity, they will be practicing gratitude, since they will find learning in each experience. So it's worth showing them this way, don't you think?