Picture Yourself Stronger Workplace Consulting https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com Gratitude in the workplace increases pro-social behaviors, appreciation, and coping, strengthens social relationships, and fosters reciprocity. Gratitude in the workplace and educational settings improves cross-cultural diversity and membership well-being - Dr. Stewart Organizational Psychologist PYS Consulting: pictureyourselfstronger@yahoo.com Wed, 28 Jan 2026 13:28:37 -0400 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2023 All rights reserved. Education 1440 episodic Gratitude is thought of as a general appreciation for the positive things and events in one’s life and those around them. Gratitude is both a state and a trait. Gratitude is sometimes a component of religious practice and cultural norms and is considered an excellent sustainable mental health practice by healthcare professionals. Gratitude can be spontaneous or practiced as a way to enhance social connectedness and enhance relationships. The phenomenon of gratitude is defined as a sense of happiness and thankfulness in response to a fortunate happenstance or tangible gift. Gratitude begins with recognizing the goodness in one’s life and realizing the source of that goodness. Dr. Debra Stewart PYS Dr. Debra Stewart PYS No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/17077495/500084_20170526_0001C_005C_id128266259_bj8sjf.jpg Picture Yourself Stronger Workplace Consulting https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com 144 144 Gratitude in the Workplace Part One Gratitude in the Workplace Part One https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/gratitude-in-the-workplace-part-one/ https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/gratitude-in-the-workplace-part-one/#comments Wed, 28 Jan 2026 13:28:37 -0400 pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/230b53b5-f153-3832-b5b6-bd5c3629590d Gratitude in the workplace increases pro-social behaviors, appreciation, and coping, strengthens social relationships, and fosters reciprocity. Dr. Stewart

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]]> pictureyourselfstronger false No 549 1 full Gratitude in the Workplace Part Two Gratitude in the Workplace Part Two https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/gratitude-in-the-workplace-part-two/ https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/gratitude-in-the-workplace-part-two/#comments Wed, 28 Jan 2026 13:28:20 -0400 pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/2fa32bfe-15e5-3019-a0bc-3523feaf3341 Gratitude in the workplace increases pro-social behaviors, appreciation, and coping, strengthens social relationships, and fosters reciprocity. Dr. Stewart

]]> Gratitude in the workplace increases pro-social behaviors, appreciation, and coping, strengthens social relationships, and fosters reciprocity. Dr. Stewart

]]> pictureyourselfstronger false No 697 2 full Bullying Prevention Bullying Prevention https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/bullying-prevention/ https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/bullying-prevention/#comments Thu, 14 Nov 2024 15:48:31 -0400 pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/185f9ab3-cb0f-3e97-a1e8-d392acce28db It is not enough to ask leaders, employees, or students to befriend loners or victims of bullying and all of a sudden play friendly and be kind toward one another.  Primal responses to fear and abandonment create bully-type behaviors and reactions. These primal instincts that are fear-based become drives for humans to return to equilibrium or homeostasis during or after stressful events or pressures. Leaders, employees, and students often respond to this stress with unhealthy and sometimes unconscious internal drives to dominate and divide.  The unmet needs of individuals, organizations, and cultural groups must be addressed first so that instinctual impulses or the sympathetic nervous system arousal is not on automatic flight or fight. The question is, do you know the unmet needs of your leaders, employees, or students?

]]> It is not enough to ask leaders, employees, or students to befriend loners or victims of bullying and all of a sudden play friendly and be kind toward one another.  Primal responses to fear and abandonment create bully-type behaviors and reactions. These primal instincts that are fear-based become drives for humans to return to equilibrium or homeostasis during or after stressful events or pressures. Leaders, employees, and students often respond to this stress with unhealthy and sometimes unconscious internal drives to dominate and divide.  The unmet needs of individuals, organizations, and cultural groups must be addressed first so that instinctual impulses or the sympathetic nervous system arousal is not on automatic flight or fight. The question is, do you know the unmet needs of your leaders, employees, or students?

]]> Dr. Debra Stewart PYS false No 1116 19 full Gratitude and the Extraordinary Gratitude and the Extraordinary https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/gratitude-and-the-extraordinary/ https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/gratitude-and-the-extraordinary/#comments Fri, 01 Nov 2024 15:05:09 -0300 pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/28b75f7f-848f-324c-b0b4-85bc6b854ec5 A sustained practice of gratitude takes a deliberate approach to caring for yourself when giving to others. In this podcast, we will explore the extraordinary in our lives and those events that led up to the foundation of the extraordinary, such as those that occur before receiving a much-needed miracle that opens up the possibility of awareness of an infinite number of miracles that support the foundation for the daily miracles in one’s life. Saint Augustine stated that “miracles are not in contradiction to nature. They are only in contradiction with what we know of nature” (Saint Augustine Quotes, n.d.). We often see this phenomenon as science catches up and is able to explain the process of the miracle. But sometimes, as many biblical texts and personal experiences are noted, miracles happen beyond explanation or understanding.

Of course, we will explore the literature from a holistic and cultural perspective to provide multi meanings and value to the good that occurs in life. As always, the first step is to conduct a needs assessment of your wellness dimensions to ensure that unmet needs are addressed or at least identified. The second building block is based on developing a situationally aware practice of gratitude to avoid the pitfalls of the dark side of a practice of gratitude. Finally, we will explore the inner workings of sustaining healthy habits and how to embed a practice of gratitude and the acknowledgment of the extraordinary miracles that occur in life. Identifying the extraordinary events in our lives as part of our gratitude of practice  will also quickly expand our gratitude experience new dimensions. Also, if your gratitude practice seems a little stale or repetitive, identifying the extraordinary in life will add new excitement to your practice of gratitude.

]]> A sustained practice of gratitude takes a deliberate approach to caring for yourself when giving to others. In this podcast, we will explore the extraordinary in our lives and those events that led up to the foundation of the extraordinary, such as those that occur before receiving a much-needed miracle that opens up the possibility of awareness of an infinite number of miracles that support the foundation for the daily miracles in one’s life. Saint Augustine stated that “miracles are not in contradiction to nature. They are only in contradiction with what we know of nature” (Saint Augustine Quotes, n.d.). We often see this phenomenon as science catches up and is able to explain the process of the miracle. But sometimes, as many biblical texts and personal experiences are noted, miracles happen beyond explanation or understanding.

Of course, we will explore the literature from a holistic and cultural perspective to provide multi meanings and value to the good that occurs in life. As always, the first step is to conduct a needs assessment of your wellness dimensions to ensure that unmet needs are addressed or at least identified. The second building block is based on developing a situationally aware practice of gratitude to avoid the pitfalls of the dark side of a practice of gratitude. Finally, we will explore the inner workings of sustaining healthy habits and how to embed a practice of gratitude and the acknowledgment of the extraordinary miracles that occur in life. Identifying the extraordinary events in our lives as part of our gratitude of practice  will also quickly expand our gratitude experience new dimensions. Also, if your gratitude practice seems a little stale or repetitive, identifying the extraordinary in life will add new excitement to your practice of gratitude.

]]> Dr. Debra Stewart PYS false No 1537 18 full The Building Blocks of Gratitude The Building Blocks of Gratitude https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/the-building-blocks-of-gratitude/ https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/the-building-blocks-of-gratitude/#comments Mon, 08 Jan 2024 17:06:57 -0400 pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/c26131e7-587d-30ae-b587-22ade647b2a9 A sustained practice of gratitude takes a deliberate approach to caring for yourself when giving to others. In this podcast, we will explore the literature review concerning how to build a practice of gratitude that contains the building blocks for developing a healthy approach to a practice of gratitude. The first step is to conduct a needs assessment of your dimensions of wellness to make sure that unmet needs are addressed or at least identified. The second building block is based on developing a situationally aware practice of gratitude to avoid the pitfalls of the dark side of a practice of gratitude. Finally, we will explore the inner workings of sustaining healthy habits and how to embed a practice of gratitude into your daily life.

]]> A sustained practice of gratitude takes a deliberate approach to caring for yourself when giving to others. In this podcast, we will explore the literature review concerning how to build a practice of gratitude that contains the building blocks for developing a healthy approach to a practice of gratitude. The first step is to conduct a needs assessment of your dimensions of wellness to make sure that unmet needs are addressed or at least identified. The second building block is based on developing a situationally aware practice of gratitude to avoid the pitfalls of the dark side of a practice of gratitude. Finally, we will explore the inner workings of sustaining healthy habits and how to embed a practice of gratitude into your daily life.

]]> Dr. Debra Stewart PYS false No 1177 17 full 123 Gratitude Prompts 123 Gratitude Prompts https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/123-gratitude-prompts/ https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/123-gratitude-prompts/#comments Sat, 09 Dec 2023 17:00:20 -0400 pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/2d969745-7a0b-3115-8188-b58672e85266 Journaling is an activity that may reduce stress and help you organize your emotions, ambitions, self-care practices, and goals and dreams. According to the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (2023), journaling may improve mental health, increase self-confidence, and heighten performance in many areas of individual pursuit. 

]]> Journaling is an activity that may reduce stress and help you organize your emotions, ambitions, self-care practices, and goals and dreams. According to the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (2023), journaling may improve mental health, increase self-confidence, and heighten performance in many areas of individual pursuit. 

]]> Dr. Debra Stewart PYS false No 1218 16 full The Gratitude Calendar The Gratitude Calendar https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/the-gratitude-calendar/ https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/the-gratitude-calendar/#comments Sat, 02 Dec 2023 16:13:23 -0400 pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/cf3fb74b-9cab-381e-afc3-025904b8eab8 In this podcast, the literature review will reveal what interferes with our best intentions to create and sustain a practice of gratitude. Additionally, we will explore personality types so that a gratitude calendar can be created that best suits our available time, habits, and preferred ways of expressing gratitude.

]]> In this podcast, the literature review will reveal what interferes with our best intentions to create and sustain a practice of gratitude. Additionally, we will explore personality types so that a gratitude calendar can be created that best suits our available time, habits, and preferred ways of expressing gratitude.

]]> Dr. Debra Stewart PYS false No 993 15 full The Language of Gratitude The Language of Gratitude https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/the-language-of-gratitude/ https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/the-language-of-gratitude/#comments Sat, 25 Nov 2023 15:54:00 -0400 pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/3ba4d91a-c3aa-3772-82a2-dc2c1c952ff7 Gratitude can be expressed in many ways and may vary across cultures, demographics, socioeconomic and sociopolitical regions, and many other social groups. According to Anderson of Linguistics of America (2023), there are over 6,909 distinct languages, and that does not include urban dialects and  variations of vernacular English and slang. Within the possibilities of expressing gratitude, we may see various combinations of verbal, nonverbal, written, and visual forms of expressing gratitude within socially connected groups and individual self-care practices

]]> Gratitude can be expressed in many ways and may vary across cultures, demographics, socioeconomic and sociopolitical regions, and many other social groups. According to Anderson of Linguistics of America (2023), there are over 6,909 distinct languages, and that does not include urban dialects and  variations of vernacular English and slang. Within the possibilities of expressing gratitude, we may see various combinations of verbal, nonverbal, written, and visual forms of expressing gratitude within socially connected groups and individual self-care practices

]]> Dr. Debra Stewart PYS false No 701 14 full An Attitude of Gratitude An Attitude of Gratitude https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/an-attitude-of-gratitude/ https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/an-attitude-of-gratitude/#comments Sat, 18 Nov 2023 16:57:07 -0400 pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/40928fac-1069-3446-83ca-2aaba5b403aa In this podcast, suggestions for developing an attitude of gratitude were explored to help individuals and organizations implement a more consistent practice that leads to the sustainability of a culture filled with gratitude.

]]> In this podcast, suggestions for developing an attitude of gratitude were explored to help individuals and organizations implement a more consistent practice that leads to the sustainability of a culture filled with gratitude.

]]> Dr. Debra Stewart PYS false No 797 13 full Gratitude Without Guilt Gratitude Without Guilt https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/gratitude-without-guilt/ https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/gratitude-without-guilt/#comments Sun, 12 Nov 2023 19:21:53 -0400 pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/6c9cbba7-a58a-3f28-9a5d-39f52ac40251 In this podcast, we will explore the literature review concerning indebtedness, social connectedness, and the effects of guilt and shame involved with social media platforms, crowdfunding, fundraising for charity, and other causes that pull at your financial resources and heartstrings.

]]> In this podcast, we will explore the literature review concerning indebtedness, social connectedness, and the effects of guilt and shame involved with social media platforms, crowdfunding, fundraising for charity, and other causes that pull at your financial resources and heartstrings.

]]> Dr. Debra Stewart PYS false No 817 12 full Gratitude May Reduce Anxiety Gratitude May Reduce Anxiety https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/gratitude-may-reduce-anxiety/ https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/gratitude-may-reduce-anxiety/#comments Sat, 04 Nov 2023 16:43:25 -0300 pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/5d34cdbd-91cd-3a1a-a0d3-ff82bca4c336 Practicing gratitude during anxiety can provide brief moments of relief because of the shift in focus away from troubling thoughts. A practice of gratitude helps to train the brain or cognitively reconstruct the brain to step away from rumination and negative thought patterns.

]]> Practicing gratitude during anxiety can provide brief moments of relief because of the shift in focus away from troubling thoughts. A practice of gratitude helps to train the brain or cognitively reconstruct the brain to step away from rumination and negative thought patterns.

]]> Dr. Debra Stewart PYS false No 674 11 full Gratitude and Children Gratitude and Children https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/gratitude-and-children/ https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/gratitude-and-children/#comments Sun, 29 Oct 2023 16:13:17 -0300 pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/b108c590-6fde-3f2f-a6af-b34d76fea8e3 Children have developmental stages that vary with age, genetics, health, and other demographics, as well as socioeconomic and sociopolitical resources and opportunities across regions; therefore, their ability to accept and practice gratitude will vary.

]]> Children have developmental stages that vary with age, genetics, health, and other demographics, as well as socioeconomic and sociopolitical resources and opportunities across regions; therefore, their ability to accept and practice gratitude will vary.

]]> Dr. Debra Stewart PYS false No 873 10 full Gratitude in Difficult Times Gratitude in Difficult Times https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/gratitude-in-difficult-times/ https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/gratitude-in-difficult-times/#comments Sat, 21 Oct 2023 14:39:35 -0300 pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/714b0e7c-7c8d-359e-a75c-a333ffc49d06 A practice of gratitude is a popular approach to positive psychology and may become ritualistic if one is not careful. For example, within the rhythm of gratitude, one seeks to find the good in each day and the source of that good. However, it is essential to recognize the typical negative aspects of each day for personal growth and development. In other words, a practice of gratitude does not mean we ignore our feelings and emotions.

]]> A practice of gratitude is a popular approach to positive psychology and may become ritualistic if one is not careful. For example, within the rhythm of gratitude, one seeks to find the good in each day and the source of that good. However, it is essential to recognize the typical negative aspects of each day for personal growth and development. In other words, a practice of gratitude does not mean we ignore our feelings and emotions.

]]> Dr. Debra Stewart PYS false No 675 9 full The Optimism Gratitude Connection The Optimism Gratitude Connection https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/the-optimism-gratitude-connection/ https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/the-optimism-gratitude-connection/#comments Sat, 14 Oct 2023 18:47:06 -0300 pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/f7f27f02-5cd7-3b95-b95c-4ad882002ab8 There is a strong correlation between the personality traits or behaviors expressions of  both optimism and gratitude, and research had uncovered some interesting findings and connections between the two personality traits.

]]> There is a strong correlation between the personality traits or behaviors expressions of  both optimism and gratitude, and research had uncovered some interesting findings and connections between the two personality traits.

]]> Dr. Debra Stewart PYS false No 558 8 full Gratitude as a Trait Gratitude as a Trait https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/gratitude-as-a-trait/ https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/gratitude-as-a-trait/#comments Sat, 07 Oct 2023 19:20:20 -0300 pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/f9a3ff50-ada4-3042-983b-3a3220ecfe7f Research indicates that in a practice of gratitude when conducted in moderation, in a safe environment where unmet needs are met, and the basic needs of life are sustained, gratitude is correlated with life satisfaction.

]]> Research indicates that in a practice of gratitude when conducted in moderation, in a safe environment where unmet needs are met, and the basic needs of life are sustained, gratitude is correlated with life satisfaction.

]]> Dr. Debra Stewart PYS false No 537 7 full Gratitude and Wellness Gratitude and Wellness https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/gratitude-and-wellness/ https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/gratitude-and-wellness/#comments Sat, 30 Sep 2023 11:14:52 -0300 pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/aa35cca5-dbc1-3691-a5cc-4eda9efc7be1 Explore some of the health benefits of having a gratitude practice and how the relationship-building cycle of gratitude may promote reciprocity and positive social behaviors in others. 

]]> Explore some of the health benefits of having a gratitude practice and how the relationship-building cycle of gratitude may promote reciprocity and positive social behaviors in others. 

]]> Dr. Debra Stewart PYS false No 394 6 full 100 Ways to Promote and Express Gratitude 100 Ways to Promote and Express Gratitude https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/100-ways-to-promote-and-express-gratitude/ https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/100-ways-to-promote-and-express-gratitude/#comments Tue, 19 Sep 2023 16:14:04 -0300 pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/fd5406b5-0069-3199-8d89-e37bebb77771 100 Ways to Express and Promote Gratitude a free resource from the Workplace Gratitude Course. Determining whether these ideas are appropriate for your personal and professional use is essential. Integration into the workplace may require modification and careful assessment of the culture and demographics of the organization's members.

If you are interested in the Workplace Gratitude Course or would like to receive the PDF version of this podcast, or would like to contact Dr. Stewart for guidance on how to implement workplace gratitude please email your request to pictureyourselfstronger@yahoo.com

]]> 100 Ways to Express and Promote Gratitude a free resource from the Workplace Gratitude Course. Determining whether these ideas are appropriate for your personal and professional use is essential. Integration into the workplace may require modification and careful assessment of the culture and demographics of the organization's members.

If you are interested in the Workplace Gratitude Course or would like to receive the PDF version of this podcast, or would like to contact Dr. Stewart for guidance on how to implement workplace gratitude please email your request to pictureyourselfstronger@yahoo.com

]]> Dr. Debra Stewart PYS false No 635 5 full Gratitude in the Workplace Part Two Gratitude in the Workplace Part Two https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/gratitude-in-the-workplace-part-two-mp3/ https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/gratitude-in-the-workplace-part-two-mp3/#comments Sun, 17 Sep 2023 15:20:50 -0300 pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/0465081b-5a83-3301-8d1c-47c2c6939003 Gratitude in the workplace increases pro-social behaviors, appreciation, and coping, strengthens social relationships, and fosters reciprocity.

Contact Dr. Debra Stewart to sign up for the Workplace Gratitude Course! pictureyourselfstronger@yahoo.com

]]> Gratitude in the workplace increases pro-social behaviors, appreciation, and coping, strengthens social relationships, and fosters reciprocity.

Contact Dr. Debra Stewart to sign up for the Workplace Gratitude Course! pictureyourselfstronger@yahoo.com

]]> Dr. Debra Stewart PYS false No 697 4 full Gratitude in the Workplace Part 1 Gratitude in the Workplace Part 1 https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/gratitude-in-the-workplace-part-1b/ https://pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/e/gratitude-in-the-workplace-part-1b/#comments Wed, 06 Sep 2023 16:13:56 -0300 pictureyourselfstronger.podbean.com/437c8f94-d180-3120-b50f-6959cb29670b Gratitude in the workplace increases pro-social behaviors, appreciation, and coping, strengthens social relationships, and fosters reciprocity. Dr. Stewart

]]> Gratitude in the workplace increases pro-social behaviors, appreciation, and coping, strengthens social relationships, and fosters reciprocity. Dr. Stewart

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