“It’s not happiness that makes us grateful. It’s gratefulness that makes us happy.”

We often think that happiness leads to gratefulness. But what if it’s the other way around? In this episode, I reflect on a powerful truth that has shaped my life: “It’s not happiness that makes us grateful. It’s gratefulness that makes us happy.”

Drawing from personal experience and Buddhist-inspired thinking, I explore how small moments of noticing — and saying “thank you” — can shift our mindset, even in difficult times. This isn’t about pretending everything’s okay. It’s about uncovering the quiet joy already within reach.

A gentle conversation for seekers who want to bring more lightness, clarity, and presence into their daily life.