The Hidden Costs of Gratitude: Gratitude Amplification Is Costly for Personal and Relationship Well-Being
Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin
Published online on December 04, 2025
Abstract
Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, Ahead of Print.
Expressing gratitude often strengthens relationships, yet many people say “thank you” despite not feeling especially grateful. Although this may seem innocuous, are there hidden costs? We tested the effects of expressed, perceived, and accurate ...
Expressing gratitude often strengthens relationships, yet many people say “thank you” despite not feeling especially grateful. Although this may seem innocuous, are there hidden costs? We tested the effects of expressed, perceived, and accurate ...