At the lowest point of a career change, how did gratitude become one of the most effective tools in my pivot? In today’s episode of the Mindful Career Change Podcast, host Valerie Mekki, recounts a transformative moment where she found herself at rock bottom after losing her job and experienced an unexpected shift of perspective with the power of gratitude. This episode explores the surprising strength that comes from being thankful, even when life seems to be falling apart.
We provide listeners with actionable strategies to cultivate gratitude, including journaling, appreciation letters, and mindfulness meditations. In addition, research from various studies is presented, highlighting how gratitude can lead to reduced stress, improved sleep, and better decision-making skills – essential qualities for anyone undergoing a career transition. This episode is not just a narrative of personal transformation but also a guide, offering practical tools and scientific evidence to help listeners harness the power of gratitude in their own career journeys.
Show Notes and Time Stamps:
[00:00:12] Intro
[00:02:15] How a gratitude meditation shifted my mindset for the rest of my career-changing journey
[00:04:12] Studies about gratitude and the positive effects
[00:06:54] Three tips to help adopt gratitude practices get started today.
[00:08:41] Start of affirmation
[00:12:04] End of affirmation
[00:13:14] Make your affirmation S.T.I.C.K.Y
[00:14:10] End
If you’re curious about how to make your affirmations sticky, listen to episode 1 and I’ll walk you through how to make your affirmation practice a more effective and transformative tool for your career changing journey.
Formerly known as the “Mindful Career Change Podcast,” I decided to broaden our conversation to cover all life transitions, not just our careers.
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