Evolving with Gratitude

 Hello, friends! Welcome to the podcast episode where I share my favorite learnings and re-learnings of 2024 that will take us to greatness in 2025. (Don't worry, everything I'm going to share is applicable all year long, any year.)⁠10 Simple But Profound Lifehacks and Rituals to Thrive in the New Year (Full article here)⁠ 1. Embrace Unseen Challenges for Profound Growth Read More: Anthony Trucks on Mastering Dark Work and Identity Shift to Achieve Excellence | Does Flourishing Mean We Are Constantly in Bloom? 2. Harness the Power of Awe to Enhance Well-Being Read More: The Power of Awe with Dacher Keltner 3. Overcome Challenges with Smart Behavioral Strategies Read More: Katy Milkman on Overcoming the Challenges of Change 4. Practice Self-Reliance and Adaptability Read More: 7 Rules of Self-Reliance with Maha Abouelenein 5. Find Joy and Meaning in Small, Intentional Moments Read More: Joyful Cooking, Eating, and Living with Radhi Devlukia | The Art of Noticing 6. Tap into Your Superpower with Mental Agility Read More: Your Brain is Your Superpower: Jim Kwik’s Guide to a Limitless Mind | Junk Dopamine vs. Healthy Dopamine 7. Cultivate Deep Connections for a Fulfilled Life Read More: Beyond Happiness: Dr. Robert Waldinger’s Guide to the Good Life | Celebrating Quiet Strengths: Thoughtful Praise for Introverts and Reflective Souls | Decoding Bids for Attention 8. Dealing with Feelings: From Awareness to Action Read More: From Theory to Practice: Marc Brackett on Dealing with Feelings | Emotional Contagion: Catching Feelings that Improve Well-Being 9. Discover Gratitude in Sliding Door Moments Read More: The Surprising Way Sliding Door Moments Lead to Profound Gratitude 10. Find Balance by Overcoming Overfunctioning Read More: The Art of Doing Less and Overcoming Overfunctioning

In this episode, I sit down with communications expert and global strategist, Maha Abouelenein, to dive into her fascinating journey of resilience, adaptability, and self-reliance. From navigating major life transitions to working with global tech giants, Maha shares how the power of storytelling, relationships, and taking initiative can shape both personal and professional success. Listen in to hear her invaluable insights and discover which of her seven rules you’ll focus on first. Book: 7 Rules of Self-Reliance Thrive Global Article: 7 Rules of Self-Reliance with Maha Abouelenein About Our Guest: Maha Abouelenein is a strategic communication expert and entrepreneur with more than three decades of experience. As the CEO and Founder of Digital and Savvy, a global communications consulting firm with offices in the United States and United Arab Emirates, Maha has been instrumental in orchestrating transformations in communication strategies for clients that includes global corporate giants, high-growth startups, sports organizations, top governments, CEOs and high-net-worth individuals. About Lainie: Lainie Rowell is a bestselling author, award-winning educator, and TEDx speaker. She is dedicated to human flourishing, focusing on community building, social-emotional learning, and honoring what makes each of us unique and dynamic through learner-driven design. She earned her degree in psychology and went on to earn both a post-graduate credential and a master's degree in education. An international keynote speaker, Lainie has presented in 41 states as well as in dozens of countries across 4 continents. As a consultant, Lainie’s client list ranges from Fortune 100 companies like Apple and Google to school districts and independent schools. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/lainierowell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Website - ⁠LainieRowell.com⁠ Twitter - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@LainieRowell ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@LainieRowell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Evolving with Gratitude, the book is available ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And now, Bold Gratitude: The Journal Designed for You and by You is available too! Both Evolving with Gratitude & Bold Gratitude have generous bulk pricing for purchasing 10+ copies delivered to the same location.🙌 📚➡️ ⁠bit.ly/ewgbulkdiscount⁠ 📚➡️ ⁠bit.ly/bgbulkdiscount⁠ Just fill out the forms linked above and someone will get back to you ASAP! 

Join us for the grand finale of our "Encore Series!"At the end of each episode, I ask guests to share a piece of wisdom they can't share enough or haven't had a chance to share before—essentially, something they want to scream from the rooftops. They want everyone to hear it.In this special episode, I bring you those words of wisdom that I have been saving up for this very moment. These highlights feature moments not included in any previous "Encore Series" episodes.So join us for this best-of-the-best episode, with highlights from thought leaders who provide the wisdom and tools to optimize happiness, relationships, and performance.In this episode, you'll hear from: Episode 95: Jim Kwik on the importance of curiosity and self-awareness. Episode 107: Katy Milkman sharing insights on the power of giving advice. Episode 89: Robert Waldinger discussing the reality of happiness and life's ups and downs. Episode 104: Anthony Trucks inspiring us to set our own scales and balance priorities. Episode 84: David Meltzer on his mission to empower a billion people to be happy. Episode 85: Laurie Santos with research-based insights on well-being and happiness. Episode 86: Daniel Amen explaining how to improve brain health. Episode 97: Marc Brackett emphasizing emotional intelligence in communities. Episode 87: Mandy Froehlich on finding positive emotional engagement in our personal and professional lives. Episode 100: George Couros focusing on setting others up for success. Episode 91: Radhi Devlukia Shetty connecting us to vibrant, healthy living through food. Episode 93: Todd Rose calling for honesty and civic courage in society. Episode 99: Charle Peck on the readiness and willingness to change. Episode 102: John Miles sharing a powerful story of resilience and perspective. Episode 106: Dacher Keltner concluding with the importance of awe and meaning in life. Trust me, these episodes will inspire and empower you to live your best life. Tune in and enjoy the best moments of Season 3 as we wrap up the "Encore Series" with a powerful compilation of insights and inspiration! Subscribe to Lainie's free newsletter at lainierowell.com/subscribe. About Lainie: Lainie Rowell is a bestselling author, award-winning educator, and TEDx speaker. She is dedicated to human flourishing, focusing on community building, social-emotional learning, and honoring what makes each of us unique and dynamic through learner-driven design. She earned her degree in psychology and went on to earn both a post-graduate credential and a master's degree in education. An international keynote speaker, Lainie has presented in 41 states as well as in dozens of countries across 4 continents. As a consultant, Lainie’s client list ranges from Fortune 100 companies like Apple and Google to school districts and independent schools. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/lainierowell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Website - ⁠LainieRowell.com⁠ Twitter - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@LainieRowell ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@LainieRowell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Evolving with Gratitude, the book is available ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And now, Bold Gratitude: The Journal Designed for You and by You is available too! Both Evolving with Gratitude & Bold Gratitude have generous bulk pricing for purchasing 10+ copies delivered to the same location.🙌 📚➡️ ⁠bit.ly/ewgbulkdiscount⁠ 📚➡️ ⁠bit.ly/bgbulkdiscount⁠ Just fill out the forms linked above and someone will get back to you ASAP! 

This episode is a two-for-one! I've curated the best of the best, serving up highlights from thought leaders who give us the wisdom and tools to optimize happiness, relationships, and performance. Trust me, these episodes will inspire and empower you to live your best life. Links to their full-episodes and articles are in the shownotes. Episode 106 - The Transformative Power of Awe with Dacher KeltnerEpisode 107 - Overcoming the Challenges of Change with Guest Katy Milkman

This episode is a two-for-one! I've curated the best of the best, serving up highlights from thought leaders who give us the wisdom and tools to optimize happiness, relationships, and performance. Trust me, these episodes will inspire and empower you to live your best life. Links to their full-episodes and articles are in the shownotes. Episode 104 - Dark Work And Identity Shifts With Anthony Trucks Episode 100 - What Makes A Great Principal With George Couros

This episode is a two-for-one! I've curated the best of the best, serving up highlights from thought leaders who give us the wisdom and tools to optimize happiness, relationships, and performance. Trust me, these episodes will inspire and empower you to live your best life. Links to their full-episodes and articles are in the shownotes. Episode 97 - Dealing with Feelings with Marc Brackett Episode 102 - Passion Struck with John R. Miles

This episode is a two-for-one! I've curated the best of the best, serving up highlights from thought leaders who give us the wisdom and tools to optimize happiness, relationships, and performance. Trust me, these episodes will inspire and empower you to live your best life. Links to their full-episodes and articles are in the shownotes. Episode 95 - A Limitless Mind with Jim Kwik Episode 99 - Distracting the Amygdala and Thriving with Charle Peck

This episode is a two-for-one! I've curated the best of the best, serving up highlights from thought leaders who give us the wisdom and tools to optimize happiness, relationships, and performance. Trust me, these episodes will inspire and empower you to live your best life. Links to their full-episodes and articles are in the shownotes. Episode 89 - A Guide to The Good Life with Dr. Robert Waldinger Episode 93 - Shattering Collective Illusions About Learning and Working with Todd Rose

This episode is a two-for-one! I've curated the best of the best, serving up highlights from thought leaders who give us the wisdom and tools to optimize happiness, relationships, and performance. Trust me, these episodes will inspire and empower you to live your best life. Links to their full-episodes and articles are in the shownotes. Full Episodes: Episode 86 - A Brain Health Revolution with Dr. Daniel Amen Episode 91 - Nourishment for a JoyFull Life with Radhi Devlukia

This episode is a two-for-one! I've curated the best of the best, serving up highlights from thought leaders who give us the wisdom and tools to optimize happiness, relationships, and performance. Trust me, these episodes will inspire and empower you to live your best life. Links to their full-episodes and articles are in the shownotes. Episode 84 - Building an Abundant Mindset with David Meltzer Episode 85 - Inside The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos