Grow A Grateful Mind: From Soil To Soul part 1

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Ever notice how a single thought can steer your whole day? We take that idea seriously and put it to work with two powerful tools: gratitude and time in the garden. Joe shares why focusing on what’s working—rather than what’s wrong—can shift your mood, your choices, and even your stress response, then shows how a living, breathing landscape makes that shift easier and more natural.

We explore the psychology of gratitude in plain language: fewer negative loops, calmer emotions, and better resilience when life throws a curveball. Then we step into therapeutic horticulture, where mindfulness shows up without effort because the environment asks for your attention. You’ll hear how sensory cues like scent, texture, color, and motion speak directly to the nervous system, why a simple herb bed can be a calm machine, and how “chicken therapy” is more than a meme—it’s a gentle focus practice that invites curiosity and joy.

From journaling prompts that retrain your appraisals to the patient lessons hidden in seeds, seasons, and soil, this episode maps small, repeatable habits that compound into well-being. Joe ties in the mission of Gardens of Hope in Perris, California, and shares real-world examples of how nature engagement supports mental health, reduces anxiety, and replaces rumination with presence. If you’ve felt scattered, overwhelmed, or stuck in complaint mode, you’ll leave with steps you can try today: three lines in a notebook, a five-minute walk, a moment to notice water on a leaf.

Ready to grow a steadier mind and a lighter day? Follow the show, share it with a friend who needs a reset, and leave a quick review to help more people find this conversation. Then grab a pen, step outside, and tell us what you’re grateful for right now.

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