What’s a gleam?
A gleam is something worth noticing.
It’s something you’re pleased to notice about yourself — the way you’ve been able to think about something, a shift in how you’ve felt, how you’ve handled something, or a quality you’ve recognised and appreciated.
These moments are often small — but they matter!
What does #ShareAGleam mean?
While a gleam is something we notice and appreciate in ourselves, we can also share a gleam by appreciating something in someone else.
If you’ve received a ‘you are appreciated’ token, you can share it using #ShareAGleam — or simply keep it as a reminder that you are appreciated.
Gleams and mindset
Our minds are very good at spotting what’s wrong, what’s missing, or what could have been better.
When we look out for gleams, our attention shifts.
Noticing a gleam isn’t about pretending everything is perfect.
It’s about recognising what’s already good.
When we appreciate these moments, we reinforce what’s already working, strengthen helpful patterns, and encourage more of the same.
In simple terms, it’s positive reinforcement for the brain.
Over time, noticing these things doesn’t just affect how we feel in the moment; It affects our whole experience of life by gently influencing the way we think and feel about ourselves and the world around us.