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What does Bubba suggest doing during a morning walk to practice gratitude?
What does Bubba suggest doing during a morning walk to practice gratitude?
Practicing gratitude while taking a morning walk can help reduce stress.
Practicing gratitude while taking a morning walk can help reduce stress.
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What does Matt initially think about during his walk that Bubba advises against?
What does Matt initially think about during his walk that Bubba advises against?
Research supports the idea that practicing gratitude can reduce stress.
Research supports the idea that practicing gratitude can reduce stress.
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What is the purpose of practicing gratitude, according to Bubba?
What is the purpose of practicing gratitude, according to Bubba?
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Bubba suggests thinking about what you don't have during a thank-you walk.
Bubba suggests thinking about what you don't have during a thank-you walk.
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What is one of the benefits of practicing gratitude, according to the research?
What is one of the benefits of practicing gratitude, according to the research?
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Matt is advised to focus on the negative things in his life during his walk.
Matt is advised to focus on the negative things in his life during his walk.
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What is the outcome of practicing gratitude, according to Matt's experience?
What is the outcome of practicing gratitude, according to Matt's experience?
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Study Notes
Feeding the Positive Dog
- Bubba explains that in addition to humorous thoughts, we can also feed our positive dog with thoughts of gratitude and appreciation.
- Practicing gratitude can be done through a "thank you walk" where one thinks of all the things they are thankful for while taking a morning walk.
- Focusing on what you don't have or dislike can feed the negative dog, instead of feeding the positive dog.
- Thinking about what is good in your life, what you are thankful for, and what you appreciate can help start the day on a positive note.
- Matt shares his experience of being thankful for being alive, being able to walk, and appreciating the little things in life, which brings him peace and positivity.
The Benefits of Gratitude
- Research and Jake's book support the idea that you can't be stressed and thankful at the same time.
- Practicing gratitude floods the brain and body with positive emotions and natural antidepressants, which uplift rather than drain you.
- A "thank you walk" is a great way to start the day by creating a right mindset and feeding the positive dog first thing in the morning.
Feeding the Positive Dog
- Bubba explains that in addition to humorous thoughts, we can also feed our positive dog with thoughts of gratitude and appreciation.
- Practicing gratitude can be done through a "thank you walk" where one thinks of all the things they are thankful for while taking a morning walk.
- Focusing on what you don't have or dislike can feed the negative dog, instead of feeding the positive dog.
- Thinking about what is good in your life, what you are thankful for, and what you appreciate can help start the day on a positive note.
- Matt shares his experience of being thankful for being alive, being able to walk, and appreciating the little things in life, which brings him peace and positivity.
The Benefits of Gratitude
- Research and Jake's book support the idea that you can't be stressed and thankful at the same time.
- Practicing gratitude floods the brain and body with positive emotions and natural antidepressants, which uplift rather than drain you.
- A "thank you walk" is a great way to start the day by creating a right mindset and feeding the positive dog first thing in the morning.
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Learn how to cultivate a positive mindset by focusing on gratitude and appreciation, and how this can help feed the positive dog. Discover ways to practice gratitude, such as a 'thank you walk', and the importance of shifting focus away from negativity.
