The Psychology Podcast Kristi Nelson || Wake Up Grateful
Jul 28, 2022
Kristi Nelson, the executive director of A Network for Grateful Living and a long-time cancer survivor, delves into the transformative nature of gratefulness. She distinguishes gratefulness from gratitude, sharing her practice of 'Stop, Look, Go.' Kristi emphasizes the importance of appreciating life as a gift, navigating hardships, and finding the extraordinary in the ordinary. Discussion also touches on positive psychology, self-compassion, and the generative power of appreciation, inspiring listeners to embrace a fuller, more grateful existence.
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Cancer Diagnosis
- At 33, Kristi Nelson was diagnosed with stage four Hodgkin's lymphoma.
- This experience drastically shifted her perspective on life and gratefulness.
Gratefulness vs. Gratitude
- Gratefulness is a way of living, not a fleeting feeling like gratitude.
- It's an internal orientation, less dependent on external circumstances.
Gratitude Tolerance
- Even those who cultivate gratefulness can develop "gratitude tolerance."
- Regular practice is essential to maintain a grateful outlook.
