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Gratitude Leads
As we weave the practice of gratitude into the fabric of our lives we are building our gratitude muscles and discovering our profound interconnectedness with one another and the environment.
An attitude of gratitude changes lives, empowers us, and inspires a new story of caring for the living earth and creating a just and sustainable world for our children.
The Story of how Gratitude Leads to Hooray for Parenting
In my long career as a psychotherapist and executive coach, I have always been inspired by new research and new insights into making a difference in peoples wellbeing and happiness. So when I discovered the new research on gratitude I began to read everything about it that I could get my hands on.
I used to think of gratitude as politeness, manners, and a warm good feeling when nice things happened for me. But then I began to understand gratitude as a deeper, more complex phenomenon than the simple art of saying thank you. Cultivating a regular practice of gratitude and weaving it into every aspect of life contributes to better relationships, health, effectiveness, and fulfillment.
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About Jackie Michel
Learn about Jackie's work in counseling, coaching, and building gratitude-centered communities.
Jackie's Book
Hooray for Parenting offers mindful tools for raising confident, caring kids.
Workbook + Discussion Guide
Hands-on exercises for parents, partners, and groups who want to grow together.
Online Course
Mastering the Art of Raising Great Kids blends video lessons, tools, and reflection.