This week we’re diving the first part of our mini series on gratitude - not the sparkly Instagram version, but the real, science-backed, actually-useful kind that has nothing to do with “too blessed to be stressed” energy.

We explore why gratitude still has such a powerful impact on the body and mind, and how the research has evolved.

In this episode we cover:

The updated science - How gratitude activates the parasympathetic nervous system (your built-in calm button)
Why gratitude helps you sleep better
Why it grounds you in real life instead of spiralling
Micro vs. Macro Gratitude
What to do when gratitude feels impossible
Why gratitude sometimes lands badly - and what to try instead
Pre-gratitude practices for when your system is overwhelmed
Reframing gratitude as “noticing what else is true,” not pretending everything is fine.

We also share our Self Care Steps to practicing gratitude and our own gratitude lists for the week as well as your shout outs.

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