Gratitude Pong

Instructions for the leader

Activity: Rapid Gratitude Exchange Pair up participants (forming a group of three if there is an odd count) and have partners stand or sit facing each other directly. Pre-Activity Guidance: Frame the activity as a positive psychology micro-practice designed to shift focus toward appreciation and presence. Emphasize lightheartedness and non-judgment. Structure & Rules: Back-and-Forth Exchange: Partners alternate completing the prompt, "Today, I am grateful for..." keeping each turn to 10–20 seconds. Silent Reception: Focus on listening attentively without interrupting, commenting, or starting side conversations during your partner's turn. Partner Rotation: When the 5-minute timer expires, participants find a new partner and repeat the exercise for a second round. Timing: Run 5-minute rounds. Conclude each round with partners taking 1 minute to share their favorite appreciation heard from the other.