351. How gratitude changes your brain

In many ways, sibling rivalry is an integral part of growing up in a multiple-child household – the arguments, the jealousy, the competition. But as we explore in this episode, those sibling dynamics often don’t stop in childhood, but actually following us into our 20s and adulth ...  Show more

There comes a point in all of our lives where we realise we've outgrown who we used to be. Sometimes it happens all at once, due to a breakup, a move, a loss, or a major life change. Other times (most of the time), it's much quieter. As painful as that can feel, it's also one of ...  Show more

When gratitude comes to mind, we tend to focus on the positive aspects of our lives that bring us joy and fulfillment. But have you ever contemplated whether the true key to fully embracing life lies in being grateful for everything, including the challenges and hardships we enco ...  Show more

I often see many of my clients trying to use a gratitude practice against themselves in a way that can be quite harmful to their mental health. In this episode, I want to talk to you about how to tell if you’re misusing gratitude or maybe even using it as a weapon against yoursel ...  Show more

It’s that time of year when everyone reminds us to be grateful—but what if you’re not feeling it? Despite its proven benefits, gratitude can be surprisingly challenging to practice. In this episode, Monica dives into why it’s difficult for so many of us to engage with gratitude, ...  Show more

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In this week's episode we talk about how showing gratitude in the present moment can lead to abundance in your life later. We talk about flipping your perspective from pessimism to optimism, how gratitude can help with depression, and ways to inco ...