Gratitude 🙏🏻
A few weeks back I saw a popular Instagram comedian post a story about him leaving the house for the first time after being at home for five days. As he walked down the street, he was struck by the beauty of the trees, and the sweet song of the birds singing—things he took for granted or never even noticed before. He (genuinely) swore to change his life as a result of the pandemic quarantine experience.
After now weeks of being home, I can only imagine the level of gratitude this comedian has for so many small things we all often overlook. His Instagram story was a funny, authentic reminder of how we can get so caught up in the hectic urgency of life that we neglect to notice small yet incredible things along the way.
It’s been scientifically verified that gratitude increases levels of happiness. So as a conscious leader, how are you integrating gratitude into your workplace? Helping your team express more gratitude to each other will increase team harmony and collaboration. It will draw quality clients and partnerships. The energy of gratitude is powerful.
The coronavirus pandemic has forced most people to stay at home. With so much free time, we’re starting to examine our lives and work. A life-threatening, world-altering change such as we’re experiencing certainly causes many people to consider what they truly want in life. Sometimes it can lead to anxiety about making decisions, especially in uncertain times. Turning to gratitude will help clear the anxiety and bring you back to what truly matters to them.
What can you currently be grateful for in a time of change?
Have you reflected on all the little things in life or work that perhaps you take for granted?
How often do you truly express deep, heartfelt gratitude and appreciation for your team—as a group and individually?
How can you integrate more gratitude into your company’s culture?
What’s one thing you can do today to express gratitude internally and externally?
I’m interested in hearing your answers to these questions. Send me a note and let me know how you’re growing through this crisis and what makes you grateful.
Work happy. Live happy. BE happy.
Meredith
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