Episode 176: Gratitude and Mental Health: Transforming Parenting Through Positivity with Emily Guarnotta

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, DJ chats with Dr. Emily Guarnotta, a psychologist and maternal mental health specialist, about how practicing gratitude can really impact our well-being as parents. Emily explains that gratitude is something we can choose to practice anytime, helping shift our mood and outlook, especially during tough moments.She also shares her work at Phoenix Health, where she supports new parents dealing with postpartum depression and anxiety, and how gratitude can be a tool for healing.DJ shares her own experiences with using gratitude to overcome negativity, and they discuss the importance of modeling it for our kids. From verbalizing appreciation to playing gratitude games, they talk about simple ways to help children build this habit.Emily also emphasizes how gratitude strengthens relationships, especially with our spouses and children, and creates a more positive family environment. It's a great episode filled with practical, heartfelt advice!Catch the previous episode with Emily HERETIMESTAMPS9:51  Emily talks about the game of "how small can I get" with gratitude, appreciating even the smallest things like running water and dental care.14:19  Emily emphasizes the importance of not labeling children as ungrateful but rather teaching them to practice gratitude.19:43  DJ shares a story of how one family used gratitude to reduce sibling rivalry.25:50  DJ and Emily agree that expressing gratitude in relationships benefits both the relationship and the children who witness it.Connect with Us!DJ Stutz -Podcast: https://www.imperfectheroespodcast.com/Coaching and Resources Website:https://www.imperfectheroes.netFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheImperfectHeroesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/imperfect_heroes/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpphCRklDJiFXdS76U0LSQRumble: https://rumble.com/v449rkoDJ Stutz Booking Link: https://bookme.name/ImperfectheroespodcastDon’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to Imperfect Heroes so you never miss an episode!ONE ON ONE COACHING Link: https://www.littleheartsacademyusa.com/courses/one-on-one-coaching-bundleFind DJ’s Book “Roman is Bigger” on Amazon, KIndle, Barnes&Noble, and Walmart.Contact Emily GuarnottaWebsite: https://joinphoenixhealth.unicornplatform.pageFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoinPhoenixHealthInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/dr_emily_guarnotta/YouTube: http://www.instagram.com/_phoenix_health/ Support the showSupport the show.If you like what you hear, we would appreciate your support.  Every little bit helps.https://www.buzzsprout.com/1779847/support