The Gratitude Diaries
Relying on both amusing personal experiences and extensive research, host Janice Kaplan explores how gratitude can transform every aspect of life including marriage and friendship, money and ambition, and health and well-being. She learns how appreciating your spouse changes the neurons of your brain and why saying thanks can be a secret for success. Join Janice on the Gratitude Diaries every weekday for practical, down-to-earth tips on how to add gratitude to your everyday life.
Episodes
The Genius of Women
Don't think of gratitude as an end in itself. Use it as a step to let your own talents shine through. Positivity can lead to new adventures and great success. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/02/21•7m 11s
A Growth Mindset
Research shows that personality isn't set in stone, and understanding that change is possible can make you more able to find new approaches to happiness. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28/01/21•5m 55s
Joshua Bell's Secret
It's often too easy to miss pleasures and amazing experiences that are right in front of you. The great violinist Joshua Bell proved that with a simple experiment Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26/01/21•6m 38s
The Wine Challenge
Our mindset is so important that it can even change how we experience the taste of a wine. You can prime your brain to look for the best part of any situation Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25/01/21•5m 44s
Pandemic Positivity
The unusual circumstances of the last months has made us all think more about gratitude. Now it's time to take some of those lessons into a hopefully brighter future. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21/01/21•5m 32s
Keep Yourself Going
People are happiest and most successful when inspired by intrinsic motivations. Finding the pleasure in a project makes you more open and creative, too. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19/01/21•6m 10s
Tell Your Story
How you describe the events in your day helps create who you are. Talking about your experiences with positivity and gratitude makes you feel better in the moment--and going forward. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18/01/21•5m 56s
Be a Clear-Eyed Optimist
Optimism improves health and helps you live longer, but successful optimists don't just look for the bright side--they use their positive approach to make things better. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14/01/21•6m 12s
The Joy of Daniel Craig
He's the star of the James Bond movies and one of the most famous movie stars in the world--but he can teach us all a few things about joy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/01/21•5m 27s
How to End Anxiety
When you reframe anxiety as excitement and gratitude, you feel better and your performance improves, too. It's a better tactic than telling yourself to calm down. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/01/21•6m 17s
A Morning Gratitude Habit
A few simple steps each morning can turn gratitude into a habit that you don't have to think about--but will benefit from every day. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
07/01/21•5m 11s
Appreciate Yourself
While looking ahead to this new year, remember to be grateful for what you have already done and achieved. It will help motivate you to reach the next goal, too. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
05/01/21•4m 22s
5 Things You've Never Done
In the spirit of New Year, New You, put aside resolutions and instead make a list of new activities to add fun and adventure to your 2021 Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
04/01/21•5m 21s
The Best New Year's Ever
One very simple resolution this New Year's eve could ring in the best year of your life. Here's how to have the happiest and most grateful year ahead! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
31/12/20•6m 14s
The World Is Getting Better
We may not always see it, but on every measure of education, poverty, and health, the world conditions have been improving. You're even less likely to get hit by lightning. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
29/12/20•6m 24s
Unexpected Gifts
Small acts of thoughtfulness can bring together strangers and strengthen friendships. It's one of our greatest sources of happiness. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28/12/20•6m 0s
The Perfect Holiday
You want everything to go right during a holiday celebration, but even if it doesn't, a positive spirit and gratitude for the moment will make for a great day and happy memories., Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24/12/20•6m 2s
Double Your Joy
The Benedective monk David Steindl-Rast has wise advise for bringing gratiude to any situation and creating more joy for yourself--and in the world. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22/12/20•6m 31s
Stumbling on Happiness
Harvard professor Daniel Gilbert has described a psychological immune system which kicks in to promote happiness--and you can give it a big boost with gratitude. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21/12/20•5m 51s
Holidays for Kids
You can help your kids have the best holiday ever by focusing more on gratitude and kindness--which even Santa will appreciate. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17/12/20•5m 48s
Great Gifts
Giving the perfect gift is always a challenge, but new research shows how to think about gifts so that everyone ends up happier. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15/12/20•5m 34s
100 Ways to Be Happy
Previous episodes have described simple ways to be happier every day--and this 100th episode celebrates some of the ideas that became listener favorites Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14/12/20•6m 34s
The Power of Bad
We often let bad events blot out good ones, but a simple approach can help you keep a better perspective Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/12/20•6m 0s
New Traditions
This is the year to create new holiday traditions that will bring a sense of gratitude--and maybe make the holidays more inventive and fun. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
08/12/20•5m 24s
Favorite Things
Whether it's wine, chocolate or fancy soap, use things you like right now rather than saving them. They will be a reminder to enjoy life in the moment and not defer happiness. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
07/12/20•7m 14s
Holiday Cards
Make your holiday cards a little different this year--and use them to show what in these crazy times has made you grateful Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03/12/20•5m 28s
Giving Tuesday
After Black Friday and Cyber Monday, it's time to think about giving rather than getting--and find the link between giving and gratitude. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/12/20•5m 59s
Silver Linings
Even in the worst moments, gratitude can help you find courage and hope. You just need to know how to look for the joy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
30/11/20•6m 37s
Family Thanksgiving
Celebrations may be smaller this year, but we can still find the spirit of the holiday in gratitude and hope for the future. Plus, hear what makes some family members truly grateful. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26/11/20•5m 59s
Corporate Thanks
Many companies are using this week to express gratitude to the people who work for them--and we can all gain from their example. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24/11/20•6m 22s
The Holiday Mood
The first Thanksgiving came at the end of a terrible year for the Pilgrims. Much had been lost, but they wanted to give thanks for what they did have. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23/11/20•5m 53s
Pick Up the Phone
Instead of connecting on social media or text, give someone a call. It will make you both feel happier and more connected. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19/11/20•6m 8s
One-Minute Therapy
To gain back a sense of control over your life, take one minute to feel grateful and savor a happy experience. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17/11/20•5m 11s
Make Your Day Brighter
By bringing bright colors to your home and wardrobe--a pop of orange, yellow, or green--you can add real joy to your day Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16/11/20•5m 58s
Organize a Bookshelf
Arranging books on a shelf is a lovely activity that combines action and thought--and makes you feel calmer and more in conrol Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/11/20•7m 13s
Winter Mindset
As the days get darker and colder in many parts of the country, giving yourself a positive winter outlook can make everything seem brighter Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/11/20•5m 56s
Space Travel
To get perspective on events close at hand, it helps to look far far away--in this case, 200 million miles into space Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
09/11/20•5m 46s
The Value of Limitations
When there is something you can no longer do, work around it by being grateful for what is still possible Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
05/11/20•5m 56s
Election Wisdom
To get through this tumultuous election day, it helps to take some advice from the Roman philosopher Seneca Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03/11/20•5m 30s
How To Sound Positive
Knowing the right way to phrase comments will keep you from undermining the positive message you want to get across Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02/11/20•5m 47s
Election Kindness
In the midst of the craziness of this election season, taking a moment to be a little kinder to yourself and others will give you some calm and perspective. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
29/10/20•6m 19s
How to Be Resilient
Gratitude can help you bounce back from problems and give you the confidence you need to see future possibilities Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27/10/20•6m 21s
Eat Breakfast
Getting the family together for breakfast gets everyone off to a positive and optimistic start Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26/10/20•6m 50s
Fixing Money Matters
When it comes to finances, losses loom larger than gains--but you can reframe your view of money to get a happier and more practical perspective Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22/10/20•6m 30s
The Optimism Plan
Optimists are healthier and more resilient than pessimists. Three simple steps can help you develop a rosier outlook--and a more rational one, too. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20/10/20•6m 23s
You Need A Hobby
Everyday creative activities from knitting to woodworking to cake decorating can make you feel happier while you're doing them--and grateful after. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19/10/20•5m 47s
Priming for Happiness
When you think in positive ways, you start to have a different view of your general well-being Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15/10/20•6m 31s
The Grateful Executive
An executive who hand wrote 30,000 thank you notes turned around his company--and then got a poignant return Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13/10/20•5m 29s
Be Happier at Work
Whether your job is remote or in-person, a few simple steps can make you feel happier and more satisfied about your work. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/10/20•5m 48s
The $12 Gratitude Story
A generous cashier and the young women she helped show how repaying kindness with gratitude can have huge and unexpected results Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
08/10/20•5m 44s
Shopping Tips
Research shows that buying things can make you happier--if you do it the right way. Here's the surprising approach that works. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
07/10/20•5m 6s
Rules for Criticism
Before making any critical comments stop to ask yourself--why am I saying this and what do I hope to achieve? Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
05/10/20•7m 8s
From Bad Times to Good Ones
Losing your job can be devastating, but thriller writer Lee Child explains how with the right attitude, you can try to make it as a chance for positive change Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/10/20•5m 31s
Reframe, Reframe, Reframe
Learning how to reframe a situation is probably the number one thing you can do to make yourself happier in any circumstances. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
30/09/20•5m 53s
Covid Gratitude
Finding reasons to be happy in the midst of a difficult time makes life better for everyone. You never have to feel guilty for being grateful. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28/09/20•5m 46s
Many Ways to Win
We often think of life as a zero-sum game--one person wins and another loses. But you increase your happiness when you discover that there are many ways for everyone to flourish. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25/09/20•4m 41s
Make An Impact
Some problems seem too big for one person to change, but a positive approach can allow you to have a bigger influence that you ever imagined. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24/09/20•5m 33s
Where's the Gorilla?
We don't always notice the things that will give us joy. Here's how to open your eyes and pay more attention to the pleasures around you. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23/09/20•5m 48s
Make Your Bed
Making your bed is one of those small acts that rewards with big satisfactions--and a four-star admiral explains why it works. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22/09/20•5m 19s
Morning Ritual
Take two minutes each morning to give yourself a positive and hopeful start to the day. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21/09/20•5m 26s
The Nostalgia Boon
Taking time to remember the past can help keep you grateful for the present--and hopeful for the future. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18/09/20•5m 30s
Gratitude Letters That Work
A listener who sent a gratitude letter to a friend has seen her life change for the better. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17/09/20•6m 9s
The 5-Minute Favor
Knowing how to give to others in the right way can be a boon to your career and your life. Small favors can give big benefits. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16/09/20•5m 24s
The Magic Ratio
Learn to balance every one negative comment you make in a relationship with five positive ones. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15/09/20•5m 22s
Celebrate
Have a mini-celebration today in honor of a happy moment, an achievement or a simple reason to be grateful. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14/09/20•5m 33s
Set An Example
Being around ungrateful friends can be difficult, but don't give up because you can help them change Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/09/20•5m 9s
The Helper's High
Helping someone out provides a warm glow and affects the neural pathways that lead to feelings of exhilaration Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/09/20•6m 14s
Grateful for Children
Taking time to appreciate your children changes how you see them and how they see themselves Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
09/09/20•5m 18s
Gifts Make Us Happy
When you give a small gift, the other person feels appreciated and you get a big happiness boost Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
08/09/20•6m 33s
Grow a Garden
Nurturing a garden helps encourage optimism and hope--along with providing lots of fresh food Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
07/09/20•5m 17s
Have an Awesome Day
Look for the little things that make life awesome and you'll spend more time being happy every day. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
04/09/20•4m 54s
Share the Experience
Any experience feels happier and more intense when you do it with someone else. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03/09/20•5m 12s
Future Gratitude
Being grateful for what might be ahead can give you an extra dose of cheer today, too. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02/09/20•6m 4s
Positive Comment Day
Celebrate what's good in the people you love by finding something positive to praise Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/09/20•5m 35s
No-Regret Decision Making
Use this simple technique to make decisions that you will be happy to live with afterwards. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
31/08/20•5m 42s
The Gratitude Clock
You can start an easy gratitude habit with a little help from the numbers on a digital clock. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28/08/20•4m 55s
City vs. Country Views
Where you live may influence your attitudes, and it's valuable to try expanding your perspective. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27/08/20•5m 14s
Rewire Your Brain
Our brains are forever changing and adapting, and you can actually rewire your brain so you feel more positive emotions. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26/08/20•5m 29s
The Joy of Quiet Places
Noise pollution can be damaging to our well-being, but enjoying the sounds of silence can restore some balance. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25/08/20•5m 9s
Make A Memory
To keep every day from feeling like Blursday, do something new and novel that will change your outlook. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24/08/20•4m 21s
A Happier Way to Exercise
You know exercise can make you healther, and if you need some extra motivation, here's a new and positive way to get yourself going strong. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21/08/20•4m 51s
Gratitude Versus Depression
If you're feeling a little sadder or less hopeful than usual, gratitude may be the first intervention to try. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20/08/20•5m 21s
The Power of Vitamin G
A daily dose of gratitude can strengthen your immune system and lower inflammation. A famous neuroscientist first explained the amazing way it works. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19/08/20•6m 32s
Get Stress Under Control
Expressing gratitude helps you handle stress better than almost any other standard technique--and that can only make you healthier. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18/08/20•5m 23s
How Gratitude Makes You Healthier
A simple gratitude practice can help you lower your blood pressure and get better sleep. It also may be a very safe treatment for migraine headaches. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17/08/20•6m 37s
The Danish Way to Happiness
The people who live in one of the happiest countries in the world have some advice about savoring life and being grateful. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14/08/20•6m 24s
The Power of a Letter
Writing a letter of gratitude to someone who has helped you in the past can have lasting effects on your own happiness. It’s a big return for a small effort. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13/08/20•5m 56s
Friends Make You Happy
As the pandemic limits big social events, it’s more important than ever to express your appreciation to your closest friends. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/08/20•6m 10s
A Vote of Gratitude
On this centennial of women having the right to vote, we can appreciate the brave women who led the way—and find new ways to thank them. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11/08/20•5m 49s
The Gratitude Mile
Use gratitude to keep yourself motivated when you’re out for a run or fast walk. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/08/20•5m 29s
How to Appreciate Yourself
Recognizing your own mistakes is fine, but it's also important to be grateful and understanding to yourself. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
07/08/20•5m 25s
The Gratitude Photo
Taking a single photograph of something that makes you grateful will change your perspective on the whole day. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
06/08/20•5m 28s
Failure Leads to Success
If at first you don't succeed, new research shows that there's still a very good chance you can still do better than others. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
05/08/20•6m 8s
Secrets for New Parents
Having a new baby is a great joy but it's also exhausting and frustrating. Here are two surprising ways to make it easier. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
04/08/20•6m 11s
Make Yourself Lucky
Good luck isn't always random, and many of the things you do every day can give you more opportunities for luck. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03/08/20•6m 23s
What Makes Us Laugh
Laughter bonds people and improves well-being--as long as it's genuine. Here's why people who laugh together feel more grateful and connected. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
31/07/20•6m 17s
The Power of Flowers
Flowers are mood boosters and stress relievers, and even inexpensive blooms are worth bringing inside. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
30/07/20•5m 18s
Time Versus Money
Is it a good idea to use money to buy ourselves more free time? You have to know which will make you happier. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
29/07/20•5m 48s
Give A Compliment
Honest praise is a powerful way to get people to act well and be on your side. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28/07/20•5m 8s
The Drive of Gratitude
Setting up simple reminders makes it easy to form a gratitude habit and focus on the things that go right each day. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27/07/20•5m 24s
Experiences Make You Happy
Even if you are stuck at home, you can find the new stimulation that will make you revved up and happy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24/07/20•5m 3s
Sibling Appreciation Day
Being connected to a sibling can improve your well-being, and you can use gratitude to find common ground, despite the differences you may have. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23/07/20•6m 26s
What Makes You Stronger
After times of difficulty, you may flourish from post-traumatic growth. The positive outcome is more common than we realize. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22/07/20•5m 7s
Winning at Monopoly
Recognizing the advantages you've had in your life makes it easier to be grateful and to deal with bad times, too. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21/07/20•6m 27s
The Secret to Marriage
We don't always stop to appreciate the person we are supposed to love the most. Try this new approach of gratitude to improve your marriage and make both of you happier. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20/07/20•7m 10s
Teenagers Aren't Ingrates
Teenager often have a different idea of what it means to be grateful than parents. Understanding their perspective can help you bridge the gap. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17/07/20•6m 18s
Why Pollyana Was Right
People who are naturally negative think they are realists and everyone else has rose-colored glasses. But the truth is much more nuanced, and being able to see the positive provides a fuller view. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16/07/20•7m 12s
The Amazing Gratitiude Diet
You can give yourself a healther approach to food, and maybe lose some weight, with these simple steps. The surprising diet that lets you count gratitude instead of calories. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
15/07/20•7m 41s
How Gratitude Makes You Smarter
One trait genius women share is a postive approach to life. They face obstacles and remain upbeat. Dr. Frances Arnold recently won a Nobel Prize--and part of her success comes from her ability to stay grateful. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14/07/20•7m 48s
The Porsche In the Garage Syndrome
Getting new stuff like cars and jewelry can make you briefly happier, but you quickly stop noticing them. Here's why buying more can backfire, and how to focus on the things that will really make you happy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13/07/20•6m 20s
Feel Better About Your Body
Bathing-suit season makes many people excessively critical of how they look, but a new approach can make you appreciate the body you have--while still making it better. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/07/20•6m 36s
Children Deserve Sunny Days, Too
A few simple rituals can help even the youngest children learn to look for the positive side of experiences. It's a sure way to make home life happier for everyone. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
09/07/20•6m 41s
Gratitude for the Worst Times
Gratitude isn't just for the good times--it can help you get through bad situations, too. Meet one woman who found gratitude despite a devastating tragedy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
08/07/20•7m 19s
Grateful People Don't Cheat
Inspiring gratitude has the practical advantage of making everyone more honest and less likely to cheat. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
07/07/20•6m 47s
Nature Makes You Grateful
Being in nature has a positive effect on your well-being. Research shows that just being amidst grass and trees can lower stress and improve your mood. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
06/07/20•6m 2s
The No-Complaining Zone
A lot of people bond by complaining, but you'll feel a lot better if you turn that around and share positivity, whether in person or online. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03/07/20•6m 41s
A Note From Your Future Self
We're often happiest when we look back on experiences--but you can also learn to be grateful for events while you're in the midst of them. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02/07/20•7m 2s
Why Giving Makes You Happy
Making a small donation or spending money on someone else can make you feel great--and change how you think about money. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01/07/20•5m 59s
One Word To Get Happier
Instead of keeping a gratitude journal, try this simple trick where you increase your happiness by writing down just one or two words a day. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
30/06/20•6m 28s
Be the Spinmeister of Your Own Life
When you reframe events, you are able to see daily experiences in a more positive way. Nothing is either good or bad--it's how you see it that counts. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
29/06/20•6m 25s
Why Gratitude Matters
Host Janice Kaplan explores how gratitude can transform every aspect of life including marriage and friendship, money and ambition, and health and well-being. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
29/06/20•6m 36s
Introducing: The Gratitude Diaries
Relying on both amusing personal experiences and extensive research, host Janice Kaplan explores how gratitude can transform every aspect of life including marriage and friendship, money and ambition, and health and well-being. She learns how appreciating your spouse changes the neurons of your brain and why saying thanks can be a secret for success. Join Janice on the Gratitude Diaries every weekday for practical, down-to-earth tips on how to add gratitude to your everyday life. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22/06/20•2m 30s