For 58 years our guest was a dedicated educator in the Houston Independent School District (HISD). 

As evidence of our guests' indelible impact on the Furr High School during her 17-year tenure, education advocate and philanthropist Laurene Powell Jobs, wife of the late Apple, Inc. CEO Steve Jobs, recognized Furr High School in 2016 as a recipient of a ten-million-dollar grant grant through the XQ Super School Project. Our guests’ school was one of 10 selected from nearly 700 schools nationwide for “reimagining high school education.”

Bertie Simmons, Ed.D at 86 years young she launched Whispers of Hope: The Story of My Life.

Resources:
Bertie's book: https://www.amazon.com/Whispers-Hope-Story-My-Life/dp/1734060409
Go to https://GreenChef.com/gratitude60 and use code gratitude60 to get 60% off plus free shipping! 
This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/GRATITUDE and get on your way to being your best self.

For 58 years our guest was a dedicated educator in the Houston Independent School District (HISD). 
As evidence of our guests' indelible impact on the Furr High School during her 17-year tenure, education advocate and philanthropist Laurene Powell Jobs, wife of the late Apple, Inc. CEO Steve Jobs, recognized Furr High School in 2016 as a recipient of a ten-million-dollar grant grant through the XQ Super School Project. Our guests’ school was one of 10 selected from nearly 700 schools nationwide for “reimagining high school education.”
Bertie Simmons, Ed.D at 86 years young she launched Whispers of Hope: The Story of My Life.
Resources: Bertie's book: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Whispers-Hope-Story-My-Life/dp/1734060409">https://www.amazon.com/Whispers-Hope-Story-My-Life/dp/1734060409</a> Go to <a href="https://GreenChef.com/gratitude60">https://GreenChef.com/gratitude60</a> and use code gratitude60 to get 60% off plus free shipping!  This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at <a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/GRATITUDE">https://www.betterhelp.com/GRATITUDE</a> and get on your way to being your best self.

Join me & thousands other Gratitude Seekers on a calming and relaxing experience learning about and integrating gratitude in your life through inspiring stories, affirmations, meditations and words of wisdom from famous people.

These last few years have taken a toll on all of us. Our mental health has suffered, but thankfully gratitude has been scientifically proven to help us heal and get back on track. 

Gratitude changed my life and that’s why I want to inspire 100.000 people to discover how to feel grateful more often and live a happy life.

I believe Thanksgiving is a habit, not just a day, let me support you in this habit with over 700 free episodes and at least 1 inspiring story per week.

"It's not happiness that makes us grateful; it's gratefulness that makes us happy." - David Steindl-Rast

The Gratitude Podcast is one of the top 1% most popular shows out of almost 3,000,000 podcasts globally.

Join me &amp; thousands other Gratitude Seekers on a calming and relaxing experience learning about and integrating gratitude in your life through inspiring stories, affirmations, meditations and words of wisdom from famous people.
These last few years have taken a toll on all of us. Our mental health has suffered, but thankfully gratitude has been scientifically proven to help us heal and get back on track. 
Gratitude changed my life and that’s why I want to inspire 100.000 people to discover how to feel grateful more often and live a happy life. I believe Thanksgiving is a habit, not just a day, let me support you in this habit with over 700 free episodes and at least 1 inspiring story per week. "It's not happiness that makes us grateful; it's gratefulness that makes us happy." - David Steindl-Rast The Gratitude Podcast is one of the top 1% most popular shows out of almost 3,000,000 podcasts globally.

Gratitude is the one thing that helped me most in my life from all the personal development and spiritual practices that I did and that’s why I want to inspire 100.000 people to discover how to feel grateful more often and live a happy life.

The Gratitude Podcast

Gratitude is the one thing that helped me most in my life from all the personal development and spiritual practices that I did and that’s why I want to inspire 100.000 people to discover how to feel grateful more often and live a happy life.

I believe Thanksgiving is a habit, not just a day, but this day is a great opportunity to start a gratitude practice, and I'm happy to provide this resource, with over 700 free episodes and at least 1 inspiring interview per week. 

"It's not happiness that makes us grateful; it's gratefulness that makes us happy." - David Steindl-Rast

I do this by interviewing successful people and getting them to share fascinating stories about how gratitude has helped them get to where they are now.

The Gratitude Podcast is one of the top 1% most popular shows out of 2,204,495 podcasts globally, ranked by Listen Score.

Gratitude is the one thing that helped me most in my life from all the personal development and spiritual practices that I did and that’s why I want to inspire 100.000 people to discover how to feel grateful more often and live a happy life. I believe Thanksgiving is a habit, not just a day, but this day is a great opportunity to start a gratitude practice, and I'm happy to provide this resource, with over 700 free episodes and at least 1 inspiring interview per week. "It's not happiness that makes us grateful; it's gratefulness that makes us happy." - David Steindl-Rast I do this by interviewing successful people and getting them to share fascinating stories about how gratitude has helped them get to where they are now. The Gratitude Podcast is one of the top 1% most popular shows out of 2,204,495 podcasts globally, ranked by Listen Score.

Gratitude & Hope At 86 - Bertie Simmons Ed. D. (ep.  836)

Josefine Campbell is a four-time jiu-jitsu champion and founder of Campbell Co, a top leadership consulting firm for multinational companies. Campbell inspires and coaches leaders, teams, and talents in large organizations such as McDonald’s, Deloitte, Maersk, Novo Nordisk, and Carlsberg Group. 

We talked about managing our personal energy, not closing down our heart when we're in pain and not isolate ourselves from the world.

Resources:
Josefine's website: https://josefinecampbell.com/

Stay in touch on social:
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thegratitudepodcast/
Twitter: http://twitter.com/GeorgianBenta
Facebook: http://facebook.com/TheGratitudePodcast/

Josefine Campbell is a four-time jiu-jitsu champion and founder of Campbell Co, a top leadership consulting firm for multinational companies. Campbell inspires and coaches leaders, teams, and talents in large organizations such as McDonald’s, Deloitte, Maersk, Novo Nordisk, and Carlsberg Group. 
We talked about managing our personal energy, not closing down our heart when we're in pain and not isolate ourselves from the world.
Resources: Josefine's website: <a href="https://josefinecampbell.com/">https://josefinecampbell.com/</a>
Stay in touch on social: Insta: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thegratitudepodcast/">https://www.instagram.com/thegratitudepodcast/</a>  Twitter: <a href="http://twitter.com/GeorgianBenta">http://twitter.com/GeorgianBenta</a> Facebook: <a href="http://facebook.com/TheGratitudePodcast/">http://facebook.com/TheGratitudePodcast/</a>

Managing Our Energy - Josefine Campbell (ep. 848)

Chapter

In this episode, we have a captivating conversation with Jade Simmons, a transformative experience creator, keynote speaker, and author of "Purpose the Remix."

Jade emphasizes that purpose goes beyond our jobs or titles and is about making the best of ourselves, embracing who we were created to be, and serving others. 

She believes that purpose and gratitude are deeply interconnected and that purpose is a renewable energy that brings fulfillment and prevents burnout. 

We discuss how self-criticism can hinder gratitude and purpose and the power of remixing our purpose, breaking free from societal labels, and embracing our uniqueness. Jade encourages listeners to uncover their own purpose and express it authentically.

Resources:
Jade's website: https://jadesimmons.com/

Stay in touch on social:
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thegratitudepodcast/
Twitter: http://twitter.com/GeorgianBenta
Facebook: http://facebook.com/TheGratitudePodcast/

Chapters:
0:00:00 Finding Gratitude in the Simple Moments of Existence
0:01:32 Introducing Jade Simmons and the topic of purpose exploration
0:06:23 Jade Simmons discusses the power of purpose and impact on others
0:10:44 Purpose as a source of fulfillment and enjoyment
0:12:55 The Power of Purpose and Giving Honest Advice
0:23:34 Embracing Authenticity and Impacting Others
0:27:02 The Influence of Media on Our Perspective
0:29:29 Gratitude, Self-Appreciation, and Treasuring Others
0:34:37 Superheroes and Our Identification with Them
0:43:44 Gratitude for Interconnectedness and Interdependence
0:45:05 The Power of Purpose and Technology

In this episode, we have a captivating conversation with Jade Simmons, a transformative experience creator, keynote speaker, and author of "Purpose the Remix."
Jade emphasizes that purpose goes beyond our jobs or titles and is about making the best of ourselves, embracing who we were created to be, and serving others. She believes that purpose and gratitude are deeply interconnected and that purpose is a renewable energy that brings fulfillment and prevents burnout. We discuss how self-criticism can hinder gratitude and purpose and the power of remixing our purpose, breaking free from societal labels, and embracing our uniqueness. Jade encourages listeners to uncover their own purpose and express it authentically.
Resources: Jade's website: <a href="https://jadesimmons.com/">https://jadesimmons.com/</a>
Stay in touch on social: Insta: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thegratitudepodcast/">https://www.instagram.com/thegratitudepodcast/</a>  Twitter: <a href="http://twitter.com/GeorgianBenta">http://twitter.com/GeorgianBenta</a> Facebook: <a href="http://facebook.com/TheGratitudePodcast/">http://facebook.com/TheGratitudePodcast/</a> 
Chapters: <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/nuXRgE7bxRtKZzB8SAm9BP/How%20Purpuse%20Leads%20To%20Gratitude%20-%20Jade%20Simmons.html?t=22-550184#chapter0">0:00:00 Finding Gratitude in the Simple Moments of Existence</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/nuXRgE7bxRtKZzB8SAm9BP/How%20Purpuse%20Leads%20To%20Gratitude%20-%20Jade%20Simmons.html?t=22-550184#chapter1">0:01:32 Introducing Jade Simmons and the topic of purpose exploration</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/nuXRgE7bxRtKZzB8SAm9BP/How%20Purpuse%20Leads%20To%20Gratitude%20-%20Jade%20Simmons.html?t=22-550184#chapter2">0:06:23 Jade Simmons discusses the power of purpose and impact on others</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/nuXRgE7bxRtKZzB8SAm9BP/How%20Purpuse%20Leads%20To%20Gratitude%20-%20Jade%20Simmons.html?t=22-550184#chapter3">0:10:44 Purpose as a source of fulfillment and enjoyment</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/nuXRgE7bxRtKZzB8SAm9BP/How%20Purpuse%20Leads%20To%20Gratitude%20-%20Jade%20Simmons.html?t=22-550184#chapter4">0:12:55 The Power of Purpose and Giving Honest Advice</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/nuXRgE7bxRtKZzB8SAm9BP/How%20Purpuse%20Leads%20To%20Gratitude%20-%20Jade%20Simmons.html?t=22-550184#chapter5">0:23:34 Embracing Authenticity and Impacting Others</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/nuXRgE7bxRtKZzB8SAm9BP/How%20Purpuse%20Leads%20To%20Gratitude%20-%20Jade%20Simmons.html?t=22-550184#chapter6">0:27:02 The Influence of Media on Our Perspective</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/nuXRgE7bxRtKZzB8SAm9BP/How%20Purpuse%20Leads%20To%20Gratitude%20-%20Jade%20Simmons.html?t=22-550184#chapter7">0:29:29 Gratitude, Self-Appreciation, and Treasuring Others</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/nuXRgE7bxRtKZzB8SAm9BP/How%20Purpuse%20Leads%20To%20Gratitude%20-%20Jade%20Simmons.html?t=22-550184#chapter8">0:34:37 Superheroes and Our Identification with Them</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/nuXRgE7bxRtKZzB8SAm9BP/How%20Purpuse%20Leads%20To%20Gratitude%20-%20Jade%20Simmons.html?t=22-550184#chapter9">0:43:44 Gratitude for Interconnectedness and Interdependence</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/nuXRgE7bxRtKZzB8SAm9BP/How%20Purpuse%20Leads%20To%20Gratitude%20-%20Jade%20Simmons.html?t=22-550184#chapter10">0:45:05 The Power of Purpose and Technology</a>

How Purpose Leads To Gratitude - Jade Simmons (ep. 847)

Aaron Hale shares his inspiring journey of living a fulfilling life despite of losing his vision and hearing. Gratitude, inspiration, and spreading joy are key themes in this episode.

Aaron is a 14 year veteran, military chef and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (E.O.D) team leader, that even after an improvised explosive device exploded in his face and left him blind and afterwards deaf, chose and still chooses to appreciate life and be an inspiration for all of us.

Resources:
EOD Fudge: https://eodfudge.com/
Point of Impact podcast: https://pointofimpactpod.com/
Morning Gratitude Affirmations: https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-gratitude-podcast/id1148411834?i=1000556385349

Chapters:
0:00:00 Shaking Things Up for a Positive Change
0:01:27 Former Army EOD Tech Overcomes Challenges to Inspire Others
0:04:39 The Isolation of Darkness and Silence
0:07:52 Overcoming Challenges and Focusing on the Good
0:12:28 Moving Forward and Embracing Multiple Roles
0:17:16 Finding Solace in Culinary Therapy
0:19:56 Cooking: Bringing People Together
0:22:41 Experiencing the World through Feet: Outdoor Adventures
0:24:26 Conquering the Peruvian Andes with a Wounded Veteran Team
0:25:09 Overcoming Personal Limits and Running Achievements
0:28:40 The Wonder of Amazing People in the World
0:30:39 Imagination and the Power of Creating Better Stories
0:33:13 Thanksgiving: A Holiday of Gratitude and Gluttony
0:35:27 Thanksgiving Memories from a Deployment in Afghanistan
0:35:46 Thanksgiving Feast for Troops on the Battlefield
0:38:02 The Power of Food to Bring Comfort and Home
0:38:32 Gratitude for Loved Ones and Community
0:41:05 Overcoming Challenges: Practicing Daily Gratitude Exercise
0:43:15 Setting the Morning Routine for a Productive Day
0:45:38 Sharing Stories to Help Others Through Difficult Times

Aaron Hale shares his inspiring journey of living a fulfilling life despite of losing his vision and hearing. Gratitude, inspiration, and spreading joy are key themes in this episode.
Aaron is a 14 year veteran, military chef and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (E.O.D) team leader, that even after an improvised explosive device exploded in his face and left him blind and afterwards deaf, chose and still chooses to appreciate life and be an inspiration for all of us.
Resources: EOD Fudge: <a href="https://eodfudge.com/">https://eodfudge.com/</a> Point of Impact podcast: <a href="https://pointofimpactpod.com/">https://pointofimpactpod.com/</a> Morning Gratitude Affirmations: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-gratitude-podcast/id1148411834?i=1000556385349">https://podcasts.apple.com/ro/podcast/the-gratitude-podcast/id1148411834?i=1000556385349</a>
Chapters: <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/tgLoYaJy3QFXGDXapeXeiW/Losing%20Sight%20&amp;%20Hearing%20But%20Not%20Losing%20Gratitude%20-%20Aaron%20Hale.html?t=24-78919#chapter0">0:00:00 Shaking Things Up for a Positive Change</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/tgLoYaJy3QFXGDXapeXeiW/Losing%20Sight%20&amp;%20Hearing%20But%20Not%20Losing%20Gratitude%20-%20Aaron%20Hale.html?t=24-78919#chapter1">0:01:27 Former Army EOD Tech Overcomes Challenges to Inspire Others</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/tgLoYaJy3QFXGDXapeXeiW/Losing%20Sight%20&amp;%20Hearing%20But%20Not%20Losing%20Gratitude%20-%20Aaron%20Hale.html?t=24-78919#chapter2">0:04:39 The Isolation of Darkness and Silence</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/tgLoYaJy3QFXGDXapeXeiW/Losing%20Sight%20&amp;%20Hearing%20But%20Not%20Losing%20Gratitude%20-%20Aaron%20Hale.html?t=24-78919#chapter3">0:07:52 Overcoming Challenges and Focusing on the Good</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/tgLoYaJy3QFXGDXapeXeiW/Losing%20Sight%20&amp;%20Hearing%20But%20Not%20Losing%20Gratitude%20-%20Aaron%20Hale.html?t=24-78919#chapter4">0:12:28 Moving Forward and Embracing Multiple Roles</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/tgLoYaJy3QFXGDXapeXeiW/Losing%20Sight%20&amp;%20Hearing%20But%20Not%20Losing%20Gratitude%20-%20Aaron%20Hale.html?t=24-78919#chapter5">0:17:16 Finding Solace in Culinary Therapy</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/tgLoYaJy3QFXGDXapeXeiW/Losing%20Sight%20&amp;%20Hearing%20But%20Not%20Losing%20Gratitude%20-%20Aaron%20Hale.html?t=24-78919#chapter6">0:19:56 Cooking: Bringing People Together</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/tgLoYaJy3QFXGDXapeXeiW/Losing%20Sight%20&amp;%20Hearing%20But%20Not%20Losing%20Gratitude%20-%20Aaron%20Hale.html?t=24-78919#chapter7">0:22:41 Experiencing the World through Feet: Outdoor Adventures</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/tgLoYaJy3QFXGDXapeXeiW/Losing%20Sight%20&amp;%20Hearing%20But%20Not%20Losing%20Gratitude%20-%20Aaron%20Hale.html?t=24-78919#chapter8">0:24:26 Conquering the Peruvian Andes with a Wounded Veteran Team</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/tgLoYaJy3QFXGDXapeXeiW/Losing%20Sight%20&amp;%20Hearing%20But%20Not%20Losing%20Gratitude%20-%20Aaron%20Hale.html?t=24-78919#chapter9">0:25:09 Overcoming Personal Limits and Running Achievements</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/tgLoYaJy3QFXGDXapeXeiW/Losing%20Sight%20&amp;%20Hearing%20But%20Not%20Losing%20Gratitude%20-%20Aaron%20Hale.html?t=24-78919#chapter10">0:28:40 The Wonder of Amazing People in the World</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/tgLoYaJy3QFXGDXapeXeiW/Losing%20Sight%20&amp;%20Hearing%20But%20Not%20Losing%20Gratitude%20-%20Aaron%20Hale.html?t=24-78919#chapter11">0:30:39 Imagination and the Power of Creating Better Stories</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/tgLoYaJy3QFXGDXapeXeiW/Losing%20Sight%20&amp;%20Hearing%20But%20Not%20Losing%20Gratitude%20-%20Aaron%20Hale.html?t=24-78919#chapter12">0:33:13 Thanksgiving: A Holiday of Gratitude and Gluttony</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/tgLoYaJy3QFXGDXapeXeiW/Losing%20Sight%20&amp;%20Hearing%20But%20Not%20Losing%20Gratitude%20-%20Aaron%20Hale.html?t=24-78919#chapter13">0:35:27 Thanksgiving Memories from a Deployment in Afghanistan</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/tgLoYaJy3QFXGDXapeXeiW/Losing%20Sight%20&amp;%20Hearing%20But%20Not%20Losing%20Gratitude%20-%20Aaron%20Hale.html?t=24-78919#chapter14">0:35:46 Thanksgiving Feast for Troops on the Battlefield</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/tgLoYaJy3QFXGDXapeXeiW/Losing%20Sight%20&amp;%20Hearing%20But%20Not%20Losing%20Gratitude%20-%20Aaron%20Hale.html?t=24-78919#chapter15">0:38:02 The Power of Food to Bring Comfort and Home</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/tgLoYaJy3QFXGDXapeXeiW/Losing%20Sight%20&amp;%20Hearing%20But%20Not%20Losing%20Gratitude%20-%20Aaron%20Hale.html?t=24-78919#chapter16">0:38:32 Gratitude for Loved Ones and Community</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/tgLoYaJy3QFXGDXapeXeiW/Losing%20Sight%20&amp;%20Hearing%20But%20Not%20Losing%20Gratitude%20-%20Aaron%20Hale.html?t=24-78919#chapter17">0:41:05 Overcoming Challenges: Practicing Daily Gratitude Exercise</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/tgLoYaJy3QFXGDXapeXeiW/Losing%20Sight%20&amp;%20Hearing%20But%20Not%20Losing%20Gratitude%20-%20Aaron%20Hale.html?t=24-78919#chapter18">0:43:15 Setting the Morning Routine for a Productive Day</a> <a href="https://auphonic.com/engine/download/audio-result/tgLoYaJy3QFXGDXapeXeiW/Losing%20Sight%20&amp;%20Hearing%20But%20Not%20Losing%20Gratitude%20-%20Aaron%20Hale.html?t=24-78919#chapter19">0:45:38 Sharing Stories to Help Others Through Difficult Times</a>

Gratitude & Hope At 86 - Bertie Simmons Ed. D. (ep. 836)

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