Thanksgiving is a time for feeling thankful and grateful for what you have, even if it is not much. And it’s not about the money you have, or the things you own - it’s about the relationships and people in your life that mold your life into what it is, and who you are.

However, it can be pretty hard to talk about genuine things you are thankful for. We’ve all been there - using vague words like “family” and “good health” to describe what we’re thankful for. This Thanksgiving, try getting a little more in depth with your gratitude, and it will improve your Thanksgiving!

Here are some tips:

• Allow family to think beforehand Giving your family time to think about what they are going to say will definitely help them say someone more personal and detailed. Jumping right in before eating food is a terrible way to get real answers out of them!

• Ask them to think about the person next to them Specifically having each person talk about something about the person to their right or left allows them to recall specific instances that they may feel gratitude for. Additionally, having them recall when they first met that person, and how their life would be affected without them is a great mental exercise for thankfulness.

• Turkey walk!! A tradition in some households, taking a walk before desert (or even dinner!) can help aid digestion, and reveal thebeautiful fall surroundings with family and friends. If you see something that makes you stop and smile - point it out, and try to think and explain why it does so. Does it remind you of a childhood memory, or a memory with someone there?

Make the most of your Thanksgiving!