Expressing gratitude is perhaps the simplest advance we can take to work on our lives. The happiness that comes when we start showing our appreciation for both ourselves and for those we express to is unmatched. The are several ways to show our appreciation and here are few.

1. Adjust your attitude in such a way that you can freely express gratitude. It's also a great way to show others how they can also practice the same. Treat others like how you want to be treated. Showing appreciation to others in turn shows them that you prefer to treated as such as well. 
2. Always say ‘’Thank you". Most fundamental approach to express gratitude is to say “Thank you”. You can say it face to face, via telephone, in a note, or in an email. Saying this when it's least expected can have much greater impact and aslo lifting the person's spirit.
3. Stop whining about your life. Constant complaining about what's wrong in your life will have you zeroed in on that. The reverse is valid too- zeroing in on what is directly good in life will keep you zeroed in on that.
4. Focus on what you have. Zero in on what you have, not what you don't have. Being appreciative for what you don't have. This will lead you to have positive approach in life.
5. Provide for others and take care of them. This is another ideal approach to practice gratitude. You can help the less fortunate by several ways. For example you can tutor kids that need the coaching. Helping others can help you in also in many ways. You will have the satisfaction and purpose.
6. Write a gratitude journal. Actually writing in a gratitude diary can help you in being appreciative when it's difficult. Try writing at least five things that you're thankful for everyday. Keeping a diary can help you pause and recall what you're thankful for. Also when you find no motivation to find things you're appreciative for then, this diary can be of great help. 

Practicing gratitude is one of the least demanding lifestyle choices that can lead to a more joyful life. It takes little effort to show appreciation which can have a great impact on others, even they will start to follow your footsteps. Make today the day you begin carrying on with this great practice and keep spreading happiness to those around you.