Why it works
Attention grows where we place it. A 20-second nightly note tunes the brain to notice kind acts and effort, not just friction.
How to start
Place a jar and small papers on the table. Each night, everyone writes one line: 'I appreciated…' Read a few on weekends.
Keep momentum
Rotate who reads on Sundays. Add fun prompts: 'something brave', 'someone helped', 'a tiny win'. Track the ritual in Mom&Dad Tracker.
After 2 weeks
Families report more spontaneous thank-yous, calmer tone during chores, and kids referencing jar notes during tough moments.