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Gratitude is a combination of things, primarily two: a thought and an emotion.

Selfish gratitude is needy. You are grateful for what you’re getting. It’s contingent and dependent.

Gratitude offered with appreciation asks for no reward. And while gratitude so offered feels nourishing it can also feel empty.