Commune with Jeff Krasno The Power of Gratitude with Louie Schwartzberg
Nov 27, 2025
Louie Schwartzberg, an award-winning cinematographer known for his stunning nature films, shares his insights on gratitude as a transformative practice. He discusses its role in enhancing presence and connection in our lives while countering the distractions of modern life. Louie reveals how waiting and observing nature teaches patience and unveils beauty. They explore the healing power of gratitude in facing life's challenges and how storytelling can illuminate everyday moments of wonder. Prepare to rethink gratitude's impact on your daily existence!
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Focus As Life's Cinematography
- A cinematographer's focus is a metaphor for life choices and attention.
- Louie Schwartzberg says choosing what to focus on art-directs your life toward what matters.
Presence Is The Root Of Gratitude
- Gratitude arises from presence and being fully here now.
- Louie argues that becoming present is the essence of consciousness and enables gratitude.
Beauty Versus The Attention Economy
- The attention economy competes for consciousness using fear and vulgarity.
- Louie says beauty, wonder, and awe are stronger emotional antidotes to that attention capture.
