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Deutsch: Dankbarkeitsjournal / Español: Diario de Gratitud / Português: Diário de Gratidão / Français: Journal de Gratitude / Italian: Diario della Gratitudine

Gratitude Journaling in the psychology context refers to the practice of regularly recording things for which one is grateful. This technique is used to foster a positive mindset, improve emotional well-being, and enhance overall mental health.

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Grave disability refers to legal criterion for involuntary commitment that is met when a person is so incapacitated by a mental disorder that he or she cannot care for his or her own basic needs, such as for food, clothing, or shelter, and his or her survival is threatened as a result

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Gray Areas is defined as situations in which the individual's business standards lack clarity. The lack of clarity may be due to an individual's not being familiar with a guideline or a guideline that is vague and subject to interpretation. Guidelines are usually written to provide managers with as much latitude as appropriate, and this may create "Ggray areas"

Gray matter refer to areas of the nervous system with a high density of cell bodies and dendrites, with few myelinated axons ; areas of the brain that are dense in cell bodies such as the cortex and that appear gray.

Great leader theory refers to a view of leadership, attributed to historian Thomas Carlyle, which states that successful leaders possess certain characteristics that mark them for greatness, and that such great leaders shape the course of history.

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Great person theory refers to the theory that certain key personality traits make a person a good leader, regardless of the nature of the situation facing the leader. Great person theory, likewise refers to the hypothesis that exceptional leaders possess extraordinary qualities and skills which is consistent with the trait approach to leadership

Great-person approach refers to the approach to history that concentrates on the most prominent contributors to the topic or field under consideration.

In psychology, greatness refers to the exceptional and outstanding qualities, achievements, or characteristics that distinguish individuals or groups in various aspects of life. It encompasses attributes like talent, creativity, leadership, and excellence, often serving as a subject of study in positive psychology and motivational research. Understanding greatness is essential for recognizing human potential, addressing potential risks, and applying its principles in personal development, leadership, and education. In this article, we will explore the concept of greatness, provide examples, discuss associated risks and application areas, offer recommendations, briefly touch on its historical context, and list some related psychological concepts.

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