It’s easy to focus on the negatives during difficult times, but even on your hardest days, a daily gratitude practice trains your brain to look for the good in every day and helps you become more resilient.

Practicing gratitude has been scientifically proven to be associated with an individual’s well-being, general feelings of happiness and overall mental health.

Here are 7 scientifically proven benefits of gratitude from an article titled, “7 Scientifically Proven Benefits Of Gratitude That Will Motivate You To Give Thanks Year-Round”, by psychotherapist, Amy Morin:

• Gratitude opens the door to more relationships
• Gratitude improves physical health
• Gratitude improves psychological/brain health
• Gratitude enhances empathy and reduces aggression
• Grateful people sleep better
• Gratitude improves self-esteem
• Gratitude increases mental strength

It’s so easy to focus on the negatives during difficult times, but even on our hardest days, a daily gratitude practice trains our mind to look for the good in every day and helps us become more resilient.

In a 2003 research study, the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology found that “gratitude was a major contributor to resilience following the terrorist attacks on September 11,” concluding that “recognizing all that you have to be thankful for — even during the worst times—fosters resilience.” (Psychology Today)

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The biggest improvement in your life will come when you realize that happiness and contentment are just a byproduct of good habits.

Say No by Default

Your time’s precious: don’t give it to people who don’t deserve it. Especially to Energy Vampires who drain your energy.

Conquer FOMO and put yourself first – make it your rule of thumb that  if it’s not a “no brainer” yes, then it’s a no.

Choose Writing Over Complaining

Complaining isn’t attractive – it repels ambitious people and fosters a negative mindset.

Write down your thoughts instead: you’re forced to think slowly and deeply so your irrationality loses its edge.

It’s the therapy your therapist uses.

Prioritize Nature

A study of 20,000 people in the UK found that 120 minutes/week in nature improved health and well-being.

It’s the planet’s greatest healer.

Whenever you’re in a rut, time in nature will always spark the return of color to the gray.

Pay it Forward

Random acts of kindness boost well-being:

• Holding the door for someone
• Picking up trash outside
• Giving a compliment

The world’s a closed system: if you send waves of positivity out, they’ll find their way back to you.

Maintain Relationships

Human connections are the fabric of life – but you need to be intentional with them amidst life’s chaos.

So schedule time weekly for thoughtful texts and calls to those you’ve neglected.

It’s a couple of minutes with an ROI you’ll measure in years.

Focus on Your Health

I’m convinced most mental health problems are actually physical health problems. Everyone I know who:

• Eats well
• Exercises daily
• Drinks enough water

Has a Teflon mind that repels all negativity.

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Chipotle Mexican Grill’s first-ever 50-to-1 stock split will be one of the largest in New York Stock Exchange history. The split will cut Chipotle’s share price to about $64 each from nearly $3,200 each now.

Splits don’t change the market value of a company, but the smaller share price may be more attractive to retail investors, making them popular vehicles for companies.

Chipotle shares are up nearly 40% this year. CFO Jack Hartung has said the move can help it reward employees.

Chipotle’s split comes after some other high profile ones this year, including Nvidia’s and Walmart’s. Chip maker Broadcom is set to split its stock in July.

Overall there are nine stock splits this year through July, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence, up from two in the same time period last year.

History shows that companies tend to outperform after splitting their stock, even though nothing fundamentally changes about their business.

BofA Global Research found that average returns are about 25% during the 12 months after a split is announced, versus 12% gains for the S&P 500

Be Grateful and Find Joy in Every Momemt!

The higher or conscious self plays a significant role in shaping your experiences and perceptions.

The higher or conscious self is the true essence of who we are, connected to higher wisdom, intuition, and universal consciousness. This aspect of our being transcends the limitations of our physical existence and egoic mind. It embodies qualities such as deep wisdom and insight, unconditional love, compassion, authenticity, integrity, unity, oneness, calm, and presence.

The higher self operates from a place of unconditional love and empathy, guiding us to live in alignment with our true values and purpose. It recognizes the interconnectedness of all beings and sees beyond the illusion of separation created by the ego, providing a sense of inner peace and presence.

By strengthening the connection to the higher self, one can transcend limitations and live a more authentic, fulfilled, and purpose-driven life.

Learning to trust inner wisdom over external influences is key to aligning more closely with the higher self and achieving personal growth and self-awareness. This balance allows for a life led by intuition and inner wisdom, ultimately fostering deeper fulfillment and alignment with one’s true essence.

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1. Invest in and pappreciating assets. Avoid purchasing liabilities.
2. Avoid conspicuous consumption. No one ever spent their way to financial freedom.
3. Apply leverage to build wealth.
4. Detach yourself from things and liabilities you don’t need. Liabilities are the reason you work so hard.
5. Identify common money pitfalls. Soceity is designed to make you a consumer and for you to trade time for money.
6. Know where all your money is going. Pay yourself first by saving and investing.
7. Automate your finances and investments.  Create a financial and wealth building plan.
8. Be courageous and take risks. Wealth comes from doing what other people won’t. Make financial freedom you too goal.
9. Increase your income and develop multiple streams.
10. Be disciplined and develop good wealth building habits.

Don’t rely on others or external factors to validate your worth or existence.

True happiness is a choice and comes from within, not from external validation. Seeking validation from others to affirm your existence undermines your own sense of self-worth and resilience.

Embrace the joy of self-discovery and fulfillment without relying on others’ approval. Cultivate inner contentment by choosing happiness, pursuing passions and embracing personal growth.

Remember, your worth isn’t determined by others’ opinions, it stems from your own mindset, self-love and acceptance.

Gratitude is a Superpower and the foundation of all great success.  Appreciate and be thankful for what you already have!