The Purpose Filter

The Secret to Feeling Gratitude All Year Round (That Really Works!)

November 23, 2022 Season 1 Episode 61
The Purpose Filter
The Secret to Feeling Gratitude All Year Round (That Really Works!)
Show Notes

What's something that has significantly makes us happier, healthier and more fulfilled, that the vast majority of people only do once a year? 

If you guessed gratitude (judging by the title), then you're absolutely RIGHT! 

We already know that gratitude has INCREDIBLE health benefits, like lowering the risk of major depression, generalized anxiety disorder, phobias, nicotine, alcohol, drug dependence, and abuse, not to mention all of the emotional benefits on our mental health as well. 

AND it turns out that what we've been told about how to practice gratitude is actually NOT the best way to get the most out of it 

So if you've always wanted to create a more consistent gratitude practice and you just haven't been able to do it, then this week's episode is a must listen 

Topics discussed in this episode:

  • why gratitude matters
  • why conventional wisdom about gratitude practices may not be the most effective
  • how to create a gratitude practice to maximize the health benefits in the least amount of time 
  • the neural circuitry involved in gratitude 
  • how our primitive brains are wired to feel negative emotions
  • the importance of intention behind our actions
  • what it means to "invest" in gratitude
  • research studies and evidence supporting gratitude as a fundamental practice in our everyday life 
  • how dying patients find ways to be grateful even in the face of unimaginable circumstances 

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If you’re a high achiever who knows you're meant for more and you just don't know how to make that happen, then click here to book a pro bono strategy session with me.

You'll choose one thing that you'd like to change and I'll help you find some much-needed clarity and peace while we outline the next best steps for you going forward.  The future version of you awaits—on the other side of this call

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