From GAP to GAIN: Embracing the Power of Mental Subtraction. (Wellness Wednesday)
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Have you ever stopped to think about all the little things in life that you're grateful for? From that first sip of coffee in the morning to the warmth of the sun on your skin, it's often the small moments that bring us the most joy. In their book "The Gap and the Gain," Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy explore the concept of mental subtraction – imagining a life without the things we take for granted.
What if tomorrow, you woke up with only the things you expressed gratitude for today? It's a powerful thought experiment that shifts our perspective from focusing on what we lack to appreciating what we have. By acknowledging the abundance in our lives – no matter how small – we cultivate a sense of contentment and fulfillment that can't be found in material possessions.
But gratitude isn't just about appreciating the present; it's also about recognizing how far we've come. Too often, we get caught up in the gap between where we are and where we want to be, leading to feelings of dissatisfaction and unhappiness. Instead, Sullivan and Hardy suggest looking back at your journey and acknowledging the progress you've made.
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The Gap and the Gain by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy
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