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Summary
Gratitude … appreciation … whichever word you use, it’s (in my opinion) just about the most important concept to embrace if you’re going to live a happy and successful life. I should know because I’ve been on both ends of the gratitude spectrum. We’ll discuss that in our Thought of the Day. And in the interview segment, we’ll chat with a man who learned how to FLIP the Gratitude Switch in his life. He shares with us a very counter-intuitive method for doing so.
Bob’s Thought of the Day
We’ll Explore:
- Why gratitude is the character trait that gives meaning to all others.
- How I not only decided to become more grateful, but made a plan to do it.
- The difference between being grateful and being satisfied.
- A simple exercise from Rabbi Zelig Pliskin that can radically change your level of gratitude.
Interview with Kevin Clayson
You’ll discover:
- Why so many people constantly focus on their lack instead of being grateful for all they have.
- Kevin’s story of why keeping a gratitude journal wasn’t helpful for him … and what he changed to make it so much more meaningful.
- How to switch from misery to gratitude anytime you choose, and escape the poverty of endless discontent.
- Why there is always success embedded in every failure.
How to FLIP your gratitude switch:
- Find the frustration
- Look for what’s awesome
- Initiate gratitude
- Power up with gratifuel
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Interview Links
- FlipTheGratitudeSwitch.com
- FLIPping the Gratitude Switch by Kevin Clayson
- Join the conversation: #Gratifuel, #Gratiteam
Resources
Listen to The Go-Giver Podcast on iTunes
About the Book
The Go-Giver tells the story of an ambitious young man named Joe who yearns for success. Joe is a true go-getter, though sometimes he feels as if the harder and faster he works, the further away his goals seem to be. Joe learns that shifting his focus from getting to giving — constantly and consistently creating value for others — leads to exceptional returns.
Rapidly going from national bestseller to global phenomenon, The Go-Giver has gained a devoted following with over a million copies sold. It’s utilized as a resource in major corporations to small businesses, in schools and churches, in book clubs, and more. Nearly a decade since its original publication, this timeless story continues to help its readers find fulfillment and greater success in business, in their personal lives and in their communities.