How Gratitude and Gratefulness Create Peacefulness EP9

Embracing Gratitude: The Key to Thriving in Life and Business Welcome back, and if you’re joining us for the first time, we’re thrilled to have you here! If you enjoy this podcast, please take a moment to subscribe. I'm Alecia St. Germain, founder and coach at The Conscious Edge, where we help women overcome procrastination, perfectionism, and imposter syndrome, enabling them to build their businesses without burnout. Today, I am joined by my amazing co- host, Jonathan Dugger, a real estate investor, clinical and sports psychologist, wellness and holistic health expert, executive coach, and corporate leadership developer. Today we’re diving into the transformative power of gratitude and gratefulness, exploring how these practices can profoundly impact both personal and professional life. The Impatience Trap Have you ever had moments in your business where you are impatient for the results to show up? Jonathan and I discussed how impatience can lead to burnout, as we push ourselves too hard trying to control every aspect of our progress. Differentiating Gratitude and Gratefulness Jonathan provided insightful distinctions between gratitude and gratefulness, explaining that gratefulness is an expression of gratitude. Gratitude is a mindset, a way of perceiving the world, while gratefulness is the heartfelt expression of that mindset. He emphasized that gratitude rewires our brains, shifting our focus from what we lack to appreciating our blessings. Practicing Gratitude in Challenging Times We also touched on the importance of finding gratitude even in difficult moments. Jonathan shared a powerful story about being at a bank during a frustrating situation following a series of tornadoes. The Science and Simplicity of Gratitude Jonathan and I discussed the science behind gratitude, referencing a leading researcher in the field, Dr. Robert Emmons. His studies show that gratitude can significantly enhance mental and physical health. The Skill and Practice of Gratitude Gratitude is a skill that can be developed with practice. It’s about shifting our focus from what’s missing to what’s present and valuable in our lives. This shift can transform our mindset, reduce stress, and increase joy. Thank you for joining us on this journey. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and share it with others. Let’s continue to build a community centered on gratitude, growth, and genuine human connection. Together, we can create a more grateful and joyful world. What to Do When You’re Feeling Overwhelmed EP3 Dr. Robert Emmons Connect with Us: If you have ideas for topics you’d like us to cover, please email them to [email protected]. Follow Alecia on Instagram for Bits of Joyful Inspiration Connect with Alecia on LinkedIn Connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn Check out Jonathan Wellness Advocacy  Disclaimer You can learn more about The Exponential Entrepreneur: my personal development group coaching program for established women entrepreneurs who deeply desire to confidently lead their businesses to increased impact and financial growth without burnout.