The Award-Winning Shared Gratitude Journal for Couples, Families and Friends
★★★★★
“This book will be useful for years because it's more than a journal, it's a tool on the journey to happiness and wholeness.”
—Amazon Review
The most powerful gratitude practice isn't one you do alone—it's one you share with the people you love.
The Gratitude Jar book tells the story of how practicing gratitude with my four-year-old son changed my life during one of my darkest periods. That shared practice became the foundation of my healing, and I realized something powerful: gratitude shared is gratitude multiplied.
After experiencing the transformative power of practicing gratitude with my son, I created Give Thanks specifically for the important relationships in my life - my husband, my other children, my sister, and close friends. I wanted a journal designed from the ground up for sharing, not just solo practice.
Give Thanks is the only award-winning gratitude journal specifically designed for shared gratitude practice.
While other journals leave you practicing alone, this guided journal creates space for couples to strengthen their bond, families to build meaningful traditions, and friends to support each other through both joyful and difficult seasons.
What makes shared gratitude so powerful?
When you practice gratitude together, you're not just building your own happiness - you're creating deeper connections with the people you love. You'll discover what your partner truly values, watch your children develop appreciation for everyday blessings, and give your friendships a foundation of positivity that can weather any storm.
This journal includes guided exercises that work beautifully for both solo reflection and shared practice, extra writing space designed for two people, and inspiring daily quotes that spark meaningful conversations. Whether you're working through a challenging time together or simply want to cultivate more joy in your relationship, Give Thanks gives you a gentle, proven way to build gratitude and connection at the same time.
I've watched couples rediscover what they love about each other, seen families create bedtime gratitude rituals, and witnessed friends support each other through grief and celebration with this simple practice.
The most beautiful part? When you practice gratitude together, everyone benefits. You'll strengthen your relationships while building the emotional resilience and joy that comes from a grateful heart.
Perfect for Couples, Families, and Friend Groups
This is the only gratitude journal specifically designed for sharing. Each prompt includes extra writing space so two people can journal together, making it ideal for couples who want to strengthen their relationship, families building traditions, or friends supporting each other through difficult times.
Voted a “Best Gift Book” by the Books for Better Living Book Awards!
Give Thanks:
A Gratitude Journal
by Josie Robinson
・What Readers Are Saying・
★★★★★
“I love the gratitude prompts given in the book. They helped me to look at all areas of my life and be grateful. I love the God part the most. This book in addition to ‘The Gratitude Jar’ book completes the story. It makes gratitude more believable.”
—Amazon Review
★★★★★
“This is a great book that helps you be grateful for the things in your life. Has daily pages, quotes and helpful writing prompts.”
—Amazon Review
★★★★★
“I am currently in the middle of my first 30-day journaling cycle since purchasing this book and have already experienced a positive change in mindset. My brother and I decided to work through these 30 days together focusing on work and balance in our lives. Even though we are still very much in the middle of this process, we have each seen positive changes in our outlook already.”
—Amazon Review
★★★★★
“So you want to begin a gratitude practice. The next question is how. This book covers a variety of ways to start or expand an ongoing practice and there's something here for everyone. This book will be useful for years because it's more than a journal, it's a tool on the journey to happiness and wholeness.”
—Amazon Review
★★★★★
“I love it! I use this gratitude journal daily and it helps keep me aligned. It’s my favorite color and the messages inside enhance it much more.”
—Amazon Review
★★★★★
“To me this book is better than The Magic because instead of focussing on Gratitude as a trick to trick the Universe into giving you more good stuff (which does work by the way), it focusses just as much if not more on using gratitude to get you into a constant state of bliss, paradise, optimism, peace, deep appreciation with Life and complete oneness/connection with God. I have already read her second book and surprisingly (for a sequel) it's just as good as this first one.”
—Amazon Review
★★★★★
“I purchased the Give Thanks journal after first reading the author’s book ‘The Gratitude Jar’. I was inspired by the author’s message of living with gratitude each day and found surprising success in my initial gratitude practice. It was certainly easier on some days than others but I was comforted and encouraged by the her conversational tone and message that there was no one right way to bring gratitude into your life. Reading ‘The Gratitude Jar’ felt like having a conversation with my best friend over a cup of tea. And I have found the same in this companion journal.”
—Amazon Review
・Questions Readers Often Ask ・
What makes Give Thanks different from other gratitude journals?
Give Thanks is the only gratitude journal specifically designed for sharing. While other journals are meant for solo practice, this one includes extra writing space and prompts that work beautifully for couples, families, and friends practicing together. It's about building both personal gratitude and stronger relationships at the same time.
Can I use this journal by myself?
Absolutely! All the exercises work perfectly for solo practice too. Many people start using it alone and then invite their partner, children, or friends to join them. The beauty is having the flexibility to practice however feels right for you.
What are the benefits of practicing gratitude with someone else?
You get all the amazing benefits of regular gratitude practice - reduced stress, improved mood, better sleep, and increased happiness - plus the added advantage of having a natural accountability partner. When you practice with someone, you're both more likely to stick with it. There's something powerful about knowing someone else is counting on that shared gratitude time together.
What age is appropriate for children using this journal?
The journal works wonderfully for children who can write, typically ages 7 and up. However, I've seen families use it with younger children too - the parent writes while the child shares their gratitudes verbally. It's really about creating that shared gratitude moment together.
How does shared gratitude strengthen relationships?
When you practice gratitude together, you discover what your loved ones truly value and appreciate. Couples rediscover what they love about each other, families create meaningful traditions, and friends build deeper connections. You're not just building individual happiness - you're creating bonds that can weather any storm.
Do we need to use it every day?
I recommend starting with a 30-day cycle of daily gratitude practice - that's the sweet spot for experiencing the maximum benefits and establishing the habit. However, life is real, and the key is finding consistency that works for your situation, not perfection.
Many families use it as a bedtime ritual a few times a week, couples might journal together on Sunday mornings, or friends use it during challenging times for support. After your initial 30 days, you can adjust the frequency based on what feels sustainable for your life.
Is this journal suitable for difficult times?
Yes, this is actually when shared gratitude can be most powerful. I've heard from people using it during grief, illness, job loss, and other challenges. Finding things to be grateful for together - even small ones - can provide comfort and help you support each other through tough seasons.
Lucas: “Do you know what mommy?”
Me: “What?”
Lucas: “I appreciate my life. I really, really, really do.”
—Lucas, my four-year-old, two weeks after starting our gratitude practice together