Peggy DeLong on Cultivating Daily Gratitude for Peace and Joy
Episode Overview
Gratitude can shift your focus from what you lack to what you have. Simple practices like keeping a gratitude journal can boost your mood. Expressing appreciation strengthens relationships and improves mental health. Gratitude releases serotonin, making you feel connected and content. Even small acts of gratitude can have a significant impact on your well-being.
Gratitude is truly most powerful on your worst days.
Gratitude might seem like a buzzword, but in this episode of Brain Shaman, Peggy DeLong, the Gratitude Psychologist, makes it clear why it's much more than that. Michael Waite sits down with Peggy to explore how simple daily habits can bring peace and joy into your life. Peggy shares her personal journey from an ungrateful teen to a gratitude advocate, sparked by the tragic loss of her fiancé.
This heart-wrenching experience led her to discover the power of gratitude, even in the smallest things like a cup of hazelnut coffee. Peggy explains how gratitude can shift your focus from what you lack to what you have, fostering a positive mindset and resilience. She delves into the science behind gratitude, discussing how it releases serotonin, making us feel connected and content.
The episode is packed with practical tips, such as keeping a gratitude journal and expressing appreciation to others, which can significantly boost your mood and improve relationships. Peggy's insights are both moving and actionable, making this episode a must-listen for anyone looking to cultivate more gratitude in their life. So, if you're feeling stressed, lonely, or just want to feel better, tune in and let Peggy guide you towards a more grateful existence.