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152 Psychology says people who still handwrite thank-you notes instead of texting don’t just have good manners — they process gratitude at a neurological depth that changes how they experience relationships

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Sarah Mitchell @ Silicon Canals 3 place · today 09:00 EDT

Psychology says people who still handwrite thank-you notes instead of texting don’t just have good manners — they process gratitude at a neurological depth that changes how they experience relationships

While texting "thanks!" takes seconds, neuroscientists have discovered that the slower, deliberate act of handwriting gratitude activates unique neural pathways that fundamentally rewire how our brains process appreciation and deepen our capacity for meaningful connection.

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