What if gratitude is actually keeping you small?

In this Thanksgiving episode of The Business of Happiness, Dr. Tarryn MacCarthy explains how toxic gratitude and high-achiever conditioning keep women in dentistry and healthcare from asking for rest, support, or something better. She reveals the subtle ways “just be thankful” turns into burnout, self-silencing, and settling for less than you want. With clear examples and gentle guidance, Dr. Tarryn shows what real gratitude looks like: receiving help, honoring your needs, and letting yourself want more without guilt.

If you’re tired, overwhelmed, or craving a life that feels like yours again, this conversation will help you reconnect with what you truly need.

Show notes:
(2:38) When gratitude becomes a barrier
(4:02) Remembering your worth as a caregiver
(6:16) Dreams women shrink from guilt
(9:19) You deserve to ask for what you need
(12:18) The difference between gratitude and avoidance
(13:05) Letting compliments and support land
(15:27) Why receiving help matters
(17:02) Feeling gratitude instead of reciting it
(18:35) Outro

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