Episode 14 - Gratitude Unfiltered: Finding Joy Beyond the Scroll With Clare Patterson

Welcome to a very special episode of The Unplugged Life Podcast! This week, your host Clare Gent is joined by her dear friend and esteemed psychotherapist, Clare Patterson, from Therapist's Corner.

In this deep dive into Gratitude, we challenge the conventional "buzzword" perception and explore what true gratitude actually means for high-achieving mums in our always-on world. Clare Patterson shares profound insights from her work, helping us understand how cultivating a genuine feeling of gratitude can be a powerful force in your mental health journey.

In this episode, we explore:

• Gratitude beyond the concept: Discover why gratitude is a deep, inherent feeling, not just an idea or a chore.
• The digital comparison trap: How social media fuels a feeling of "lack" and why focusing on gratitude is the ultimate digital detox.
• Healing from burnout: We candidly discuss our own journeys from the "hamster wheel" to a path of healing and presence.
• Navigating gratitude in challenging times: Practical, empathetic advice for finding tiny pockets of appreciation even when you're overwhelmed (like a screaming toddler or endless to-do lists).
• The body-mind connection: How stored emotions and tension can block feelings of gratitude, and why moving that energy (through yoga or other physical activity) is crucial for mental well-being.
• Gratitude as a positive feedback loop: Learn how cultivating a grateful attitude can attract more positivity and opportunity into your life.
• Simple, actionable steps: Easy ways for busy mums to weave gratitude into their daily lives, including the "3 Good Things" ritual and mindful moments.

This conversation is a compassionate invitation to reclaim your peace, shift your perspective from scarcity to abundance, and find authentic joy amidst the chaos.

Where you can find Clare Patterson:

• Check out our weekly therapist corner on Instagram here - instagram.com/clare_therapy
• Find some beautiful guided meditations on Clare's website - www.clarepattersontherapy.com

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