063 – Four Essential Elements to Cultivate Personal Transformation & Happiness. DR. GREG HAMMER

The Science of Happiness Starts with You – What are the keys to Happiness?

Are you ready to unlock the secrets to a happier, more fulfilling life? This podcast episode featuring Dr. Greg Hammer, author and a renowned Stanford professor and pediatric intensive care physician, shares his insights on the power of gratitude and how it can reshape our thinking for the better. Seeking mindful living for personal growth means we must take responsibility for our own happiness and Dr. Greg Hammer shares four main keys to transforming our approach to personal transformation, mindfulness, and happiness. 

Gratitude is not just a fleeting feeling; it is intrinsic to happiness, and Dr. Hammer’s approach highlights its importance. Even in unfortunate circumstances, there is so much to be grateful for. Our brains may have a bias towards negativity, but we have the ability to find reasons to be grateful and shift our focus.

It’s time to break free from the cycle of negative thinking and embrace gratitude. Dr. Hammer introduces the GAIN concept, which stands for gratitude, acceptance, intention, and non-judgment. By adopting these principles, we can rewire our brains and change deeply ingrained patterns. His book Gain Without Pain – The Happiness Handbook for Health Professionals, has something for all of us. The GAIN concept is a simplistic way of addressing the stress of life.  

DR.GREG’S BOOK: (amazon) https://geni.us/gainwithoutpain

Have you ever found yourself obsessing over minor failures instead of celebrating your many successes? You’re not alone. Dr. Hammer discusses how we often discount the good things in our lives and focus on the negative experiences. But by recognizing when we’re being ungrateful, we can begin to rewire our brain’s negativity bias.

One study mentioned in the episode, the “Three Good Things” study, shows that focusing on positive experiences actually increases happiness. By practicing gratitude, mindfulness and positive thoughts daily, we can reframe our perspective and find greater contentment.

The journey towards self-acceptance and being less judgmental of ourselves can be challenging, but it’s also incredibly transformative. Dr. Hammer emphasizes the importance of the four elements: gratitude, acceptance, intention, and non-judgment. These elements support each other and prevent self-judgment and self-loathing.

Are you ready to embrace change and discover true happiness? Join Dr. Hammer and our host Lorraine as they delve deeper into the power of gratitude and the steps we can take to cultivate it in our lives. Through intentional mindfulness, self-reflection and practicing the GAIN principles, we can rewrite our personal narratives and create a value system that aligns with our true nature.

Listen to the full episode now available on all major steaming outlets – Spotify, apple to name a few.

Don’t wait to embark on this transformative journey towards gratitude and self-acceptance.

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