Living OUT Loud Podcast

Gratitude

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River + Michele discuss the topic of gratitude, but not in the way you are thinking. Yes, having gratitude can help with emotional regulation and dysregulation: 

 
Brain function
Gratitude can activate the prefrontal cortex, which is responsible for emotional regulation, decision-making, and empathy. 
 
  • Balanced perspective
    Taking time to find things to be grateful for can help balance a negative perception and improve mental health. 
     
  • Coping with stress
    Gratitude can help people cope with stressful, negative, and frustrating situations. 
     
  • Improved mental health
    Gratitude can lead to: 
     
    • Better mental health 
     
  • Fewer symptoms of anxiety and depression 
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  • Increased happiness 
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  • Improved satisfaction with life 
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  • Improved physical health
    Gratitude can lead to improved physical health. 
     
    To practice gratitude, you can:
    • Think of things you're thankful for, like family, friends, your home, or a sunny day
  • Write down or say aloud what you're thankful for
  • Celebrate small victories 
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    However, gratitude can become toxic if it's used to repress or deny negative emotions. To avoid this, you can:
    • Allow yourself to feel all of your emotions, including negative ones
  • Don't force gratitude when you're feeling upset
  • Focus on your physical sensations

    • We hope you enjoyed this episode. 

    Lotsa love, 

    Michele + River

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