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Gratitude
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:
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Brain functionGratitude can activate the prefrontal cortex, which is responsible for emotional regulation, decision-making, and empathy.
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Balanced perspectiveTaking time to find things to be grateful for can help balance a negative perception and improve mental health.
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Coping with stressGratitude can help people cope with stressful, negative, and frustrating situations.
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Improved mental healthGratitude can lead to:
- Better mental health
- Fewer symptoms of anxiety and depression
- Increased happiness
- Improved satisfaction with life
- Better mental health
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Improved physical healthGratitude 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
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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