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Nov 2023
20m 22s

Thankful Hearts, Thriving Brains: How Gr...

Jim Kwik, Your Brain Coach, Founder www.KwikLearning.com
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How can you use gratitude to improve not only your mood, but your overall cognitive performance? Gratitude is something we’ve talked about quite a bit on this show. You already know that being grateful is good for your mental health. It lowers stress and anxiety, while building resilience and deepening your relationships. But that’s just the tip of the icebe ... Show More
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