15 episodes

Welcome to The Gratitude Coach. Leslie Riopel, MA Psychology - The Gratitude Coach - is an Integrated Coach Specializing in Helping People Overcome Obstacles and Life Challenges in a Creative and Caring Way. Her focus is on helping you manage the complexity and chaos of life with Courage, Resilience, Awareness, and Presence. She brings together her passion for Storytelling, Creative Writing, Mindfulness, Meditation, and Gratitude, along with her Coaching Skills, to help you SHIFT your Mindset and move forward. If your life feels overwhelming, or you just want a new perspective, this podcast is for you!

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Welcome to The Gratitude Coach. Leslie Riopel, MA Psychology - The Gratitude Coach - is an Integrated Coach Specializing in Helping People Overcome Obstacles and Life Challenges in a Creative and Caring Way. Her focus is on helping you manage the complexity and chaos of life with Courage, Resilience, Awareness, and Presence. She brings together her passion for Storytelling, Creative Writing, Mindfulness, Meditation, and Gratitude, along with her Coaching Skills, to help you SHIFT your Mindset and move forward. If your life feels overwhelming, or you just want a new perspective, this podcast is for you!

    How the Practice of Gratitude Can Make You a Better Entrepreneur and Leader

    How the Practice of Gratitude Can Make You a Better Entrepreneur and Leader

    Gratitude is not just a fluffy concept; there is actually scientific evidence to support its benefits. Research has shown that gratitude practices can have a profound impact on mental well-being.
    When we express gratitude, our brains release dopamine and serotonin, which are neurotransmitters associated with happiness and contentment. This can lead to improved overall mental health, reduced stress levels, and increased resilience. The practice of gratitude can even make you a Better Entrepreneur and Leader.
    Some of the topics we will cover in this episode are:

    The science behind gratitude and its effects on mental well-being
    Cultivating a gratitude mindset for success
    How gratitude can enhance leadership skills
    Using gratitude to build strong relationships with employees and clients
    Incorporating gratitude into your business culture
    Practical exercises and techniques to practice gratitude daily
    Overcoming challenges and staying grateful during tough times
    Inspiring examples of successful entrepreneurs and leaders practicing gratitude
    Embracing gratitude as a transformative practice for entrepreneurship and leadership

    In conclusion, gratitude is a powerful practice that can make you a better entrepreneur and leader. By cultivating a gratitude mindset, you can enhance your mental well-being, develop stronger relationships, and elevate your leadership skills. Incorporating gratitude into your business culture and daily routine can bring about numerous benefits, from increased team morale to improved client relationships.
    So, start embracing gratitude today. Take a moment to appreciate the people and things that contribute to your success. Keep a gratitude journal, practice random acts of kindness, and make gratitude a part of your business culture. By doing so, you'll not only become a better entrepreneur and leader but also create a more fulfilling and successful journey for yourself and those around you.
     

    • 23 min
    The Potential Effects and Ethical Implications a Happy Pill Would Have on Mental Health

    The Potential Effects and Ethical Implications a Happy Pill Would Have on Mental Health

    Imagine a world where happiness was just a pill away. A world where all your worries and anxieties could be swept away with a single swallow. It sounds enticing, doesn't it? The idea of a Happy Pill has long captured the imaginations of people seeking a shortcut to eternal bliss. But what would this world actually look like? Would it be a utopia of constant smiles and carefree days, or would it come with its own set of unforeseen consequences?
    In this thought-provoking exploration, we will delve into the intriguing concept of a Happy Pill and its potential impact on society. From the ethical dilemmas, it raises to the profound implications it could have on our daily lives, join us on a journey to uncover the hidden truths behind this enticing possibility. So, buckle up and prepare to venture into a world where happiness is just a pill away.
    In this episode, we will delve into:

    The potential effects of a Happy Pill on mental health.
    Ethical considerations and concerns surrounding the use of a Happy Pill.
    Impact on personal relationships and social dynamics..
    The implications of a Happy Pill on productivity and motivation
    The role of pharmaceutical companies in developing and marketing a Happy Pill.
    Possible side effects and risks associated with taking a Happy Pill.
    The debate between happiness and authenticity in a world with Happy Pills.
    Alternative approaches to happiness and well-being.
    Conclusion: The hypothetical future with Happy Pills and its implications for society.

     
    What kinds of changes would you like to make?
    I’m Leslie Riopel, the Gratitude Coach. I believe a great coach can take you further than you can take yourself. Everybody needs a coach—someone in their corner to challenge, support, and provide guidance while helping to develop skills and potential that would otherwise be left untapped. With the right coach in your corner, you’ll stay challenged, motivated, and on track as you tackle life’s biggest obstacles and achieve your goals. If you’d like to explore what coaching can do for you, please check out LaughterstheBestMedicine.com, and go to the Coaching Page to book a session today! You may also enjoy our Podia site, MindfulSuccessfulLiving.com for all of our wonderful products, programs and services.

    • 23 min
    What’s Your Story? It’s Never Too Late To Rewrite It!

    What’s Your Story? It’s Never Too Late To Rewrite It!

    You were born with a unique story to tell. From the moment you took your first breath, your life began to unfold, filled with ups and downs, triumphs and failures, and everything in between.
    The story of your life goes beyond mere entertainment; it can shape your perception of the world and, ultimately, impact your happiness and fulfillment.
    But through it all, have you ever stopped to consider the power that your story holds? Your story has been evolving every day since your birth. In this Podcast Episode we will cover the following topics:

    The Power of Rewriting Your Life Story
    Understanding the Impact of Your Life Story on Your Wellbeing
    Recognizing the Need for Change and Growth
    Identifying Limiting Beliefs and Negative Patterns
    Reframing Your Past Experiences
    Setting New Goals and Creating a Vision for Your Future
    Practicing Self-Compassion and Forgiveness
    Surrounding Yourself with Positive Influences and Support
    Taking Action and Implementing Changes
    Embracing a Happier and Healthier Life Through Storytelling.

     
    What kinds of changes would you like to make?
     
    I’m Leslie Riopel, the Gratitude Coach. I believe a great coach can take you further than you can take yourself. Everybody needs a coach—someone in their corner to challenge, support, and provide guidance while helping to develop skills and potential that would otherwise be left untapped. With the right coach in your corner, you’ll stay challenged, motivated, and on track as you tackle life’s biggest obstacles and achieve your goals. If you’d like to explore what coaching can do for you, please check out LaughterstheBestMedicine.com, and go to the Coaching Page to book a session today! You may also enjoy our Podia site, MindfulSuccessfulLiving.com for all of our wonderful products, programs and services.
     
     

    • 15 min
    SHIFT Happens! Embracing Change and Neurodiversity with Mindfulness

    SHIFT Happens! Embracing Change and Neurodiversity with Mindfulness

    How can you embrace change when life gets challenging?
    Find out how in this podcast episode, SHIFT Happens! Embracing Change and Neurodiversity.
    This episode also has a Body Scan Mindfulness Practice for the last 10 minutes.
    I’ve been through a pretty amazing journey. I’ve had to persevere through some big obstacles. I survived a major career setback, which could have ruined me.
    I made a commitment to sacrifice my career, at the age of 47, to stay home and nurture my son, who is neurodiverse, and I put him in front of everything else.
    If any of you know anyone who is neurodiverse, you know exactly what I am talking about.
    I’m happy to say my 14-year neurodiverse journey was time was well spent. I learned some amazing things from my son, and I would happily take the same journey all over again.
    How are you when it comes to embracing change? Part of writing a new story is learning how to view things differently. It’s also important to acknowledge your old story.
    The truth is that SHIFT Happens. Even though things go wrong, or you take a wrong turn, you are still making changes……..and moving forward, just maybe not in the way you thought you would.
    How is your journey of life going? If it’s been a crazy journey, that’s OK. Let’s bless and be grateful for the crazy journey of life. Let’s feel grateful for the love, the laughter, and the pain. Gratitude can be your superpower.
    Change is sometimes associated with unwelcomed events or circumstances, but change, with enough time, can be beneficial for growth in our lives.
    Change also has the ability to create a lot of anxiety. Anytime we experience change, we are probably also going to experience a fair amount of anxiety as we adjust.

    As humans, we have to find hope in the uncertain nature of change.

    Change is the only constant in our lives. One way to deal with the changes life throws at us is to learn how to move into change instead of always trying to avoid it because change is our only constant.
    Whether you look forward to change or dread it, change triggers powerful effects in our body.
    We must learn to approach dealing with change as a process. We have to reframe how we think about change. We have to learn to breathe into change and be flexible.
    No one’s life is free of change – that we know.
    It’s important to realize that change can manifest as anxiety in the physical body, creating a loss of appetite, stress eating, or even making us physically ill.
    Pushing the anxiety away will only make it worse, so today we are going to practice ways to tune into those physical sensations, learning to manage change in a healthier way.
    The truth is, you have no idea what tomorrow brings and that can be exciting!
    You can gently accept and move past “your story”. You can bless this time of emotional growth. You can take the attitude that whatever comes in is perfect for you. It’s time to value yourself more.
    Everything starts with you. 
    S.H.I.F.T. Acronym
    S stands for START NOW! There is no time like the present.
    H stands for HAPPINESS AND HEARTFELT! Find those things that make you happy and those things you resonate with that make your heart sing.
    I stands for INSPIRED ACTION. Pursue your goals with passion and start taking small steps towards them.
    F stands for FUN and FREEDOM! While you need to have fortitude and be persistent in working towards those goals, it’s just as important to pursue things that bring you a sense of freedom and joy.
    T stands for THRIVE! See yourself

    • 19 min
    Writing a New Story: Being Brave Enough to Start Over

    Writing a New Story: Being Brave Enough to Start Over

    Welcome to SHIFT Your Mindset with The Gratitude Coach.
    Today’s practice is all about writing a new story.
    According to Napoleon Hill, in Think and Grow Rich, you have ABSOLUTE CONTROL over but one thing: your thoughts.
    This is the most significant and inspiring of all facts known to man! It reflects man’s Divine nature.
    This Divine prerogative is the sole means by which you may control your own destiny.

    If you fail to control your own mind, you may be sure you will control nothing else.

    While you are thinking about how much control you have, it’s also important to ask yourself what your story is. What’s your story? Everyone has one.
    Stories can be good, or they can be bad. If you have a bad story, it’s OK to release it and let it go.
    No one ever said you had to keep carrying the emotional baggage holding you back.
    One great practice you can engage in is sitting down and writing a new story. Sit down today and write down what you would like to see happen in your life from this moment forward.
    Don’t think about the past. What kind of a story would you write?
    The best chapters of your life are the chapters that have not yet been written.
    You have the power to start writing a new chapter with each new day.
    Bless your ability to write a new story today. Bless the journey you have traveled and make a pact with yourself to not let one bad chapter define the rest of your life.
    You can learn from that chapter and rewrite your story at any time.
    The best chapters of your life are the chapters that have not yet been written.
    You have the power to start writing a new chapter with each new day. You can create a new life with each and every thought you think.
    Know that every ending is yet another new beginning. Your story is never-ending and ever-flowing and it always has a new chapter, no matter how many times you fail.
    Whatever you put out will return to you in kind. The choice is always yours as to how you live your life.
    Be someone who really believes that everything you need comes to you.
    Know that all obstacles and undesirable circumstances fall away. You can achieve anything. You can be anything. You can manifest anything. That is your truth. You should expect nothing but cooperation and assistance. Believe in the power of your dreams and the power of your words. Everything starts with YOU. So, take a moment to think about what kind of changes you want to make in your life and start writing!

    There are no failures – only learning opportunities.

    Bless ANY AND ALL times in your life when you may have placed limits on your magnificence!
    Know how strong you truly are. Like the yin and the yang, know that to succeed in life, you must experience all aspects of a situation, good and bad, limited, and unlimited.
    Be brave enough to start over and find the courage you need to move forward in a beautiful way. You are strong. You are not flawed, you are magnificent.
    Leslie Riopel, The Gratitude Coach

    • 16 min
    The Law of Detachment and Letting Go

    The Law of Detachment and Letting Go

    Are you swimming against the tide or going with the flow? Many of us spend much of our time swimming against the tide. It’s nothing to be ashamed of.





    When you are fighting life at every turn, life can be unbearable.
    One way you can go with the flow is to be open to different solutions by letting go and practicing the law of detachment.
    Practicing the Law of Detachment and Letting Go can open up your mind to different solutions that can help you move from unconscious limitations to unexpected blessings.
    In order to experience anything in the physical universe, you first have to relinquish your “attachment” to it.

    But what does this mean exactly? According to Deepak Chopra, “When you experience uncertainty, you know you are on the right path!”

    Uncertainty is the fertile ground of pure creativity and freedom. Uncertainty means stepping into the unknown in every moment of your existence.
    The unknown is the field of infinite possibilities, ever fresh and ever new, always open to the creation of new manifestations.
    It’s about letting go and letting life happen and trusting that you are on the right path. Without uncertainty and the unknown, your life is just the stale repetition of outworn memories. You become the victim of your past.
    When you embrace uncertainty and embrace letting go of control, something very exciting happens out of the chaos and confusion!
    There is an opportunity or seed of opportunity within every “problem” in your life.










    Intention for Flow




    Dear Universe, I bless and am grateful for all the times in my life in which I felt stuck. What a beautiful lesson of patience. I can now see that feeling “stuck” offered me a wonderful opportunity to take a step back and take stock of where I was and where I wanted to go. I now know I am never stuck. Life is continually moving and pushing me in a new direction. Every day is a brand-new adventure in embracing change. Today I bless all parts of my divine being, even any imperfect parts that feel lazy, unmotivated or stuck. Being uncomfortable helps me expand my thinking and discover new possibilities and new passions. Today I am opening up my energy to a whole new field of possibilities and turning my passion and purpose into a beautiful prosperous life!





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