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Alison Phillips, Iowa State University – Exercise Routines and Intrinsic Rewards

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Philip Watkins, Eastern Washington University – Gratitude Exercises

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Ashli Stokes, University of North Carolina Charlotte – Thanksgiving Food and Gratitude

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Raymond Boisvert, Siena College – Gratitude and Giving Thanks

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