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Gratitude & good vibes: Create your very own photo gratitude journal

Words by  MyFUJIFILM

February 19, 2025

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Gratitude & good vibes: Create your very own photo gratitude journal
From special people and places to unique opportunities and adventures, life gives us plenty to be grateful for. Even when things get busy, a short moment of reflection can help us to appreciate the good things that life has to offer.


Keen to start your new year on a positive note? A photo gratitude journal is a great way to reminisce on all of life’s best bits. Here are some top tips for creating a gratitude-focused photo book that will boost your mood and remind you of all the things that matter most.
What is a gratitude journal?
A gratitude journal is pretty much what it says on the tin: a journal containing all the things that you’re grateful for. By keeping track of what you appreciate, you can see life through a more positive lens and feel happier, regardless of what life throws your way.


There are no real rules on gratitude journaling, but most people tend to grab a pen and write a small diary entry each day, covering all the things they’re grateful for. Some choose to write a few bullets; some write a paragraph — others, a whole page. Either way, the aim is to avoid negative thinking and focus on all the parts of life worth celebrating (no matter how big or small).
Why adding photos helps
Struggle to connect with words alone? Whether you’re more of a visual person or want to make your journal feel more meaningful, adding imagery is a great way to enhance your experience. Why? Because seeing physical photos of the things that you’re grateful for allows you to connect quickly and on an even deeper level.
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That special person who makes you smile every day? Feature them in your journal. The cheerful blue sky that accompanied you on your walk to work this morning? Put that in there, too.
It doesn’t matter whether you use your most gallery-worthy snap or a quick shot from your phone — it’s the meaning behind the photos that matters. So forget being perfect. Simply capture moments that spark joy and keep them for your journal.
Ask yourself: what are you grateful for?
Gratitude is a personal thing, so it’s important to be authentic. What you’re grateful for probably won’t be the same as what your best friend, sibling, or your partner is grateful for. That’s okay. We’re not all going to be grateful for the same things.


Instead of including what you ‘think’ you should be grateful for, consider the moments, people, places, objects, or situations that make an impression or matter most to you.


If you’re struggling to come up with ideas, try prompts or questions.

You might want to ask yourself:


-Who has been kind to me today/this year/this week?

-Has there been a particular moment when I felt content/happy or joyous?

-Have I developed any new skills lately?

-What one thing do I look forward to each week?

-What do I have in my life that others don’t?

-What things do I sometimes take for granted?


Search for more prompts online whenever you feel stuck. These sorts of questions will help you to remove the mental block and dig deeper.

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Ideas for creating your photo gratitude journal
Whether you’re doing a 30-day gratitude photo challenge or a long-term gratitude project, why not transform your journal into something you’ll treasure for years to come?


Storing your photos and thoughts in a printed photo book gives you a permanent reminder of what you’re grateful for. So, instead of letting your photos and reflections sit on your phone, give them the spotlight they deserve by storing them somewhere a bit more special.
Transforming your journal into a photo book
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Create your very own gratitude guide
Find more gratitude with a photo book from MyFUJIFILM
Ready to welcome some more gratitude into your life? Whatever you’re grateful for, a MyFUJIFILM photo book makes it easy to stay in touch with the things that matter most. Browse our personalised photo books and start your gratitude journey today.