Great Decisions, Incredible Lives

Episode 14: Gratitude Can Increase Happiness


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In this insightful episode, host John Creekmur and Stacy Creekmur discuss living an incredible life marked by intentionality and gratitude. The conversation, tailored for the Thanksgiving season, delves into the psychology of gratitude and its impact on happiness, personal resilience in adversity, the importance of defining core values and setting goals, and the perspective of viewing money as a tool rather than an end goal.


🎯 Key Takeaways:

The Power of Gratitude (00:02:41):

  • Discusses how gratitude significantly impacts happiness, suggesting a daily practice of noting things to be thankful for to increase happiness by 25%.

Defining Core Values and Setting Goals (00:08:13 & 00:08:37):

  • Emphasizes the importance of identifying and living according to one's core values and how this aids in setting and achieving life goals.

Viewing Money as a Tool (00:09:43):

  • Stresses the concept of money as a means to fulfill goals aligned with personal values, not as the ultimate objective.

The Significance of Life Beyond Numbers (00:10:18):

  • Touches on the importance of good health and its relationship with achieving life goals.

Personal Anecdote:

  • Stacy shares a personal story to illustrate the power of a positive outlook, highlighting the resilience and recovery of their son after a serious car accident.

Final Thoughts:

  • The episode concludes with a call to embrace gratitude, especially during the Thanksgiving season, and a reminder of the joy and fulfillment it brings into our lives.

 

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