In this Thanksgiving week episode of Reframe This, Matt and Corinna dive into the powerful role that gratitude can play in improving our mental health and emotional wellbeing. Gratitude is often seen as something we feel, but in this episode, they discuss how it can be practiced consistently to reshape the way we think, feel, and relate to others. They explore how gratitude not only shifts our perspective but also has therapeutic benefits that regulate our nervous system, build resilience, and improve relationships. Through personal stories, including the struggles they faced in their own marriage, Matt and Corinna show how gratitude helped them navigate tough times and emerge stronger.The episode highlights how practicing gratitude, even in the midst of hardship, can enhance our mental health by fostering hope, clarity, and emotional balance. By choosing gratitude every day, we don’t deny the challenges in our lives but instead find ways to move through them with purpose and peace.💡 Reframe of the Week“Gratitude isn’t about ignoring the hard — it’s about finding something to hold onto in the midst of it. It’s a practice that can reshape the way we experience life, even in the most challenging times.”🕊️ Spiritual ReflectionMatt and Corinna close with these reflections on gratitude from Scripture:1 Thessalonians 5:18 — “Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” Gratitude is a choice, not dependent on the situation.Psalm 100:4 — “Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise.” Gratitude is the doorway to peace, grounding us in what is good, even in tough moments.James 1:2-3 - "Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance."If you’re looking for more support on your mental health journey, consider speaking with a licensed therapist. You can find a professional near you through Psychology Today’s Therapist Directory.Resource Links:What If We Saw Everything As the Gift That It Is? VideoThe science of gratitude and how it can affect the brain

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