A little gratitude goes a long way. It keeps us humble, reminds us how lucky we are, and lets the people closest to us know they’re appreciated. But when it comes to expressing such a powerful emotion ...

As much as I was obsessed with Christmas and birthdays (read: gifts) growing up, I dreaded the mom-mandated thank-you letters I was forced to write after. And if you say you didn't, you're lying. The ...