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gratitude journal

SHOW HN2021

121points
100comments
#427of 2,533 in 2021
Top 17%of 2021 by points

How HN took it

MixedNo clear lean

13 positive, 12 neutral or asking, 3 mixed, 8 critical, out of 36 comments about the project. Thread score +0.11.

Idea: 12 for, 4 againstDesign: 0 for, 3 againstDocs: 1 for, 0 against

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What HN said

What people liked

  • Simple, humanistic idea that encourages gratitude

    From 3 comments
    • This is awesome. I've wanted something like this for years. Thanks so much for building it.
      danaliv on HN
    • Very minor suggestion, but using bullets and numbering is a bit visually redundant. I would probably choose one or the other vs both. Beyond that, really fun idea. It makes me…
      ducharmdev on HN
    • FWIW I like this idea - seeing other peoples’ gratitude serves as a good reminder for the things I should be grateful for in my own life. Lovely app!
      kibleopard on HN

Objections

  • Login requirement is a barrier

    From 2 comments
  • Sharing others' gratitude is discouraging or toxic

    From 2 comments
    • I don’t want to read what other people are grateful for because it just reminds me that the things I’m missing are actually important. A piece of paper and a pen works better.
      DC1350 on HN
    • It’s just toxic positivity and bragging. Gratitude is useful for people with bad lives to find something small to cheer themselves up. It’s not for healthy people who love their…
      DC1350 on HN
  • Health claim needs peer-reviewed sourcing

    From 1 comment
    • ``` Research shows that if you list at least three things you’re grateful for everyday, you will significantly improve your mental health. ``` Does it really, or does this line…
      king_magic on HN

Requests

  • Add guest or anonymous posting

    From 2 comments
    • I understand, I was thinking of adding guest/anonymous posting too. Thanks for sharing!
      crystalcamarao on HN
    • I see it is a common opinion. Will definitely look into adding guest posting, thanks for sharing!
      crystalcamarao on HN
  • Link to research supporting the claims

    From 2 comments
  • Add gamification

    From 1 comment
    • My suggestion is that you gameify this. Add daily challenges, unlock achievements, and compete with others using the app in your area. Crush your friends at staying grateful and…
      haram_masala on HN

Questions

  • What tech stack was used

    From 1 comment
  • Does gratitude journaling actually work

    From 2 comments
    • ``` Research shows that if you list at least three things you’re grateful for everyday, you will significantly improve your mental health. ``` Does it really, or does this line…
      king_magic on HN
    • I hear what you're saying but ... have you tried it? Seems like a simple enough exercise. Heck, maybe I'll try it.
      gkilmain on HN

Alternatives named

  • Five Minute Journal

    From 2 comments
    • I've been using The Five Minute Journal [1] (on paper) for a while (definitely not every day) and it has a gratitude component. I do enjoy how it helps prompt me to change my…
      carols10cents on HN
    • I've tried it a few times when I've been in periods of relative depression, either with the paper 5 minute journal or with the app of the same name. The habit lasts for a week…
      krrrh on HN
  • Black Lotus app

    From 1 comment
    • I have used Black Lotus app [0] and on multiple occasions, its novel framework called RARE (Reflect, Act, Reinforce and Evaluate) has helped me come out of the stress/anxiety I'd…
      TriNetra on HN
  • Three Gratitudes Chrome extension

    From 1 comment
    • Hey neat! I actually made something very similar but as a Chrome extension [1]. The issue I saw with doing this as a web app is there's nothing in a web app to actually force you…
      floverfelt on HN

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