Gratitude: Why Every Day Should Be Thanksgiving
Most people think gratitude is an emotion about the past. But in reality, it’s all about the future.
Episode 4 of the How God Works: The Science Behind Spirituality podcast, hosted by PRX, titled "Gratitude: Why Every Day Should Be Thanksgiving" was published on November 14, 2021 and runs 31 minutes.
November 14, 2021 ·31m · How God Works: The Science Behind Spirituality
Summary
Most people think gratitude is an emotion about the past. But in reality, it’s all about the future. Science shows it makes people more honest, more generous, and more patient. It strengthens their relationships and improves their well being. You can think of it as a multivitamin for the soul. But, like a vitamin, you need it more than once a year to get the benefits. And that’s why many religions provide ways to embrace it daily. Join Dave and his guests, author Diana Butler Bass and Rabbi Geoffrey Mitelman as they explore ways to make everyday feel more like Thanksgiving.
Episode Description
Most people think gratitude is an emotion about the past. But in reality, it’s all about the future. Science shows it makes people more honest, more generous, and more patient. It strengthens their relationships and improves their well being. You can think of it as a multivitamin for the soul. But, like a vitamin, you need it more than once a year to get the benefits. And that’s why many religions provide ways to embrace it daily. Join Dave and his guests, author Diana Butler Bass and Rabbi Geoffrey Mitelman as they explore ways to make everyday feel more like Thanksgiving.