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Episode Overview

In this episode of The Own It Show, host Justin Roethlingshoefer introduces “Vitamin G”—gratitude—as a spiritual discipline and a biological signal that shifts the body from protect → heal. Beyond surface-level thank-yous, Justin unpacks embodied gratitude that rewires the brain, raises HRV, lowers cortisol, and realigns your nervous system with peace and presence. From worship playlists to breath-linked journaling, he shows how gratitude transforms physiology—and why it’s the essential “vitamin” your soul needs to thrive.

Episode Highlights

• Gratitude vs. Thankfulness: Moving from polite thanks to embodied reverence that changes state.
  
  
  
• Bio-Signal, Not Just Mindset: Gratitude activates the parasympathetic nervous system (rest/repair), often reflected as higher HRV, better recovery, immune function, and emotional regulation.
  
  
  
• Neurochemistry of Gratitude: Engages the prefrontal cortex; supports serotonin & dopamine pathways → durable, positive neural wiring (not just a temporary mood).
  
  
  
• Faith Meets Physiology: Scripture’s call to thanksgiving aligns with measurable stress reduction and decision clarity.
  
  
  
• Environment Matters: Music and inputs shift state (e.g., worship vs. “depressive playlist”); be the thermostat, not the thermometer.
  
  
  
• Real-World Wins: Clients who integrate gratitude stacks often see HRV and symptom improvements (e.g., brain fog, bloat) as stress load decreases.
  Pattern Interrupt (daytime):
   When stress hits, take one slow breath and recall one specific gratitude; notice the state shift.
  
  
  
• Evening Rewind (3–5 minutes):
   Play High–Low–Buffalo (high = win, low = challenge, buffalo = surprise) and find gratitude in each.
  
  
  
• Track Your HRV:
   Note last month’s average; run the three practices for 7 days and compare average HRV, sleep quality, and mood.
  
  
  
• Worship Playlist:
   Start or end the day with gratitude-centered worship to prime the nervous system for calm, clarity, and connection.
  
  
  

Scripture & Studies Mentioned

• Psalm 100:4 — Enter his gates with thanksgiving (gratitude opens gates).
  
  
  
• Psalm 46:10 — Be still and know (stillness precedes state change).
  
  
  
• Gratitude & HRV / Parasympathetic Activation: Research linking gratitude journaling/practice to improved HRV, emotional regulation, and recovery.
  
  
  
• Neuroplasticity & Neurochemistry: Gratitude practices support prefrontal activation and serotonin/dopamine balance, reinforcing resilient pathways.

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