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1912: 6 Ways to Find Joy When Nothing is Going Right by Michael Blankenship of Get Your Gusto Back on Resiliency

Oct 1, 2023

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Michael Blankenship, author and speaker, shares 6 strategies for finding joy in difficult times, including accepting your situation, showing up on difficult days, finding a sense of control, engaging in creative expression, focusing on others, and choosing empowering beliefs.

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Embracing acceptance and working with what you have can provide an opportunity to make an impact on others and bloom where you've been planted.

Finding joy through creative expression and helping others can lower anxiety and contribute to the world in a meaningful way.

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Finding Joy in Life's Valleys

When faced with difficult times, it can be challenging to stay positive and find joy. However, embracing acceptance of the situation and working with what you have can provide a unique opportunity to make an impact on others and bloom where you've been planted. Showing up, even on difficult days, is an act of bravery and gives you a chance for a better tomorrow. Establishing a sense of control by dropping an anchor, such as engaging in positive habits, can help navigate through tough times.

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Finding Joy in Life's Valleys: Six Strategies for Thriving

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Finding Joy by Focusing on Others

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Michael Blankenship of Get Your Gusto Back shares 6 ways to find joy when nothing is going right.

Episode 1912: 6 Ways to Find Joy When Nothing is Going Right by Michael Blankenship of Get Your Gusto Back on Resiliency

Michael Blankenship wants you to know that he gets it if you're tired, you're burnt out and you're sick of doing the same thing every day, quickly marching toward a grave stone with nothing interesting written on its face. Michael felt that way once, but one day, everything changed. Once he'd taken back control of his life, he realized that his gusto - that lightly glowing ember inside all of us - was just waiting to be reignited, waiting for torch to touch coals and set it ablaze. He believes the same thing is possible for you, no matter how far gone you are.

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