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A changed perspective: How gratitude can affect sense of coherence through positive reframing 

Authors: Nathaniel M. Lambert a;  Steven M. Graham b;  Frank D. Fincham a; Tyler F. Stillman a
Affiliations:   a Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida, USA
b New College of Florida, Florida, USA
DOI: 10.1080/17439760903157182
Publication Frequency: 6 issues per year
Published in: journal The Journal of Positive Psychology, Volume 4, Issue 6 November 2009 , pages 461 - 470
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Abstract

We hypothesized that gratitude would be related to sense of coherence via positive reframing, which is a process by which negative events or circumstances are seen in a positive light. We tested this hypothesis in two studies. In Study 1 (N = 166) we found a strong, robust relationship between trait gratitude and sense of coherence above and beyond life satisfaction, positive and negative affect, happiness, and social desirability. Study 2 (N = 275) showed that gratitude at Time 1 predicted sense of coherence at Time 2, controlling for baseline scores. Positive reframing mediated the relationship between gratitude and SOC. Results are discussed in terms of their practical implications.
Keywords: gratitude; sense of coherence; positive reframing; life meaning; well-being
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