Show Notes: erickrheam.com/057 In this episode, Erick Rheam interviews Dr. Peggy DeLong. Peggy describes the tragedy she experienced with the loss of her fiance and father and how she learned the power of gratitude and how to leverage it to help her cope with her loss and find a meaningful and joyful life on the other side of it. She outlines five gratitude steps to take to experience tremendous transformation and manage a chaotic life: Saying thank you when you wake up in the morning Be aware of your blessings as you start your day Send a gratitude letter to someone important in your life Use your emotional pain as a trigger to practice gratitude At bedtime, think of one or two things that well that day for which you are grateful Finally, Peggy invites everyone to take her Five Day Gratitude Challenge. Dr. Peggy DeLong Dr. Peggy DeLong is a professional speaker, psychologist, and author, known as The Gratitude Psychologist. She teaches people how to harness the power of gratitude to build resilience and cultivate joy to live their best lives, especially through difficult times. She does this through keynote speeches, psychotherapy, on-line courses, books, and bracelets.     Peggy is the author of: 1) I Can See Clearly Now: A Memoir about Love, Grief, and Gratitude, 2) The Gratitude Journal: A 365 Day Gratitude Journey, and 3) Feeling Good: 35 Proven Ways to Happiness, Even During Tough Times. She is also the owner of LOVE in a Bracelet, where she designs bracelets for coping with grief and loss, mental health, and inspiration. She hosts women's weekly wellness walks and hiking events for connection, spiritual growth, and the healing power of nature. She is the mother of three young adults, all in college, and the wife of an Air Force Veteran and 6th grade science teacher. When she's not focused on her businesses, you'll find Peggy in the mountains, downhill or telemark skiing, kayaking, hiking, or mountain biking.  Resources Mentioned Subscribe to the podcast Rise Above Chaos book Work with Erick Peggy's Website Peggy's email: [email protected] Peggy's LinkedIn profile Participate in the Five Day - Grateful Day Challenge Action Step Take the Five Day Gratitude Challenge

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