The Gratitude Podcast

Bridget Hilton and Joe Huff are obsessed with experiences. Determined to unlock the secrets of their power to transform lives, they have spent years interviewing social science experts, conducting the largest study on life experiences ever done, and turning themselves into experiential guinea pigs.Together they have trained to be samurai, danced with the northern lights, tracked silverback gorillas in a hailstorm, stood face to face with hungry lions on safari, absorbed life lessons from Maasai Mara tribesmen, sped across glaciers on dogsleds, built schools for kids in need, studied with monks, helped give 50,000 people hearing, swum with great white sharks, worked with A-list celebrities, seen the seven wonders of the world, gave away millions of dollars for social good, spoke on stage with Sir Richard Branson, starred in commercials seen by tens of millions, and explored the experiential riches life has to offer.Their book Experiential Billionaire: Build a Life Rich in Experiences and Die With No Regrets is being published on September 12, 2023. Resources:Bridget's website: https://bridgethilton.com/Joe's website: https://joehuff.com/The book we talked about: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BX7BNYHYAbundance through gratitude: https://georgianbenta.com/abundanceStay in touch on social:Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thegratitudepodcast/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/GeorgianBentaFacebook: http://facebook.com/TheGratitudePodcast/  Experience more abundance on georgianbenta.com/abundanceAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Greg Peterson is the founder of the Urban Farm and Urban Farm U and is a green living and sustainability innovator who is well-known regionally. As a resident of Phoenix for the last 48 years, Greg is well-versed in urban sustainability and food production in dry lands. He was first introduced to desert gardening at the age of 12. In 1991, he discovered the concept of permaculture, bringing together many sustainability concepts into one cohesive system.  In 2001, Greg created a new concept called the Urban Farm (www.urbanfarm.org), a real world environmental showcase home in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona. He applied his extensive background to transform this 1950’s built tract home into an innovative holistic home site.Stay in touch on social:Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thegratitudepodcast/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/GeorgianBentaFacebook: http://facebook.com/TheGratitudePodcast/  Experience more abundance on georgianbenta.com/abundanceAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Gema and I got to talk about the importance of expressing our gratitude and being able to receive the appreciation we're given, as well as how we can feel at peace in these troubling times. With more than 25 years experience working in the corporate world for big blue chip IT companies in the areas of Customer Service, Team Leadership, IT Training, Project Management, Change Management and Coaching, she inspires people to raise in consciousness.Stay in touch on social:Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thegratitudepodcast/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/GeorgianBentaFacebook: http://facebook.com/TheGratitudePodcast/  Experience more abundance on georgianbenta.com/abundanceAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Laura K Roe is a veteran journalist and editor, who, as a newspaper reporter and magazine writer, interviewed murderers, rapists, politicians, scientists, and CEOs.By her late twenties, she had also survived and witnessed PTSD-triggering violence and abuse. Even though she wrote one murder mystery novel and garnered an agent, between all her reporting deadlines, Laura could never find the time to get it published or write another. It’s no wonder that, by her mid-thirties, Laura had devolved into an anxious cynic with declining health and a propensity to over-indulge in coffee and vino.Laura hit rock bottom at 39 when her husband left. She had an eight-month-old baby and a seven-year-old to care for. Her job as a parenting & pregnancy editor vanished. Her mother was dying. And she had just moved back from London to Los Angeles. Little did she know that her journey to wholeness had just begun.Resources:Laura's website: https://www.laurakroe.comStay in touch on social:Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thegratitudepodcast/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/GeorgianBentaFacebook: http://facebook.com/TheGratitudePodcast/  Experience more abundance on georgianbenta.com/abundanceAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We talk about courage and gratitude as positive habits that can get us through tough times with Kate Swoboda who's work has been included in diverse publications such as USA Today, Forbes, Lifetime Moms, MindBodyGreen, and now she's here with us on The Gratitude Podcast.Resources:Kate's website: https://www.yourcourageouslife.com/Stay in touch on social:Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thegratitudepodcast/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/GeorgianBentaFacebook: http://facebook.com/TheGratitudePodcast/  Experience more abundance on georgianbenta.com/abundanceAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We talked about the small moments that can be used to turn our life around with Sid Garza-Hillman, author, Youtuber and nutritionist. Resources:Sid's website: https://sidgarzahillman.com/Stay in touch on social:Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thegratitudepodcast/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/GeorgianBentaFacebook: http://facebook.com/TheGratitudePodcast/ Experience more abundance on georgianbenta.com/abundanceAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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/GeorgianBentaFacebook: http://facebook.com/TheGratitudePodcast/ Experience more abundance on georgianbenta.com/abundanceAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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/GeorgianBentaFacebook: http://facebook.com/TheGratitudePodcast/  Chapters:0:00:00 Finding Gratitude in the Simple Moments of Existence0:01:32 Introducing Jade Simmons and the topic of purpose exploration0:06:23 Jade Simmons discusses the power of purpose and impact on others0:10:44 Purpose as a source of fulfillment and enjoyment0:12:55 The Power of Purpose and Giving Honest Advice0:23:34 Embracing Authenticity and Impacting Others0:27:02 The Influence of Media on Our Perspective0:29:29 Gratitude, Self-Appreciation, and Treasuring Others0:34:37 Superheroes and Our Identification with Them0:43:44 Gratitude for Interconnectedness and Interdependence0:45:05 The Power of Purpose and TechnologyExperience more abundance on georgianbenta.com/abundanceAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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 Change0:01:27 Former Army EOD Tech Overcomes Challenges to Inspire Others0:04:39 The Isolation of Darkness and Silence0:07:52 Overcoming Challenges and Focusing on the Good0:12:28 Moving Forward and Embracing Multiple Roles0:17:16 Finding Solace in Culinary Therapy0:19:56 Cooking: Bringing People Together0:22:41 Experiencing the World through Feet: Outdoor Adventures0:24:26 Conquering the Peruvian Andes with a Wounded Veteran Team0:25:09 Overcoming Personal Limits and Running Achievements0:28:40 The Wonder of Amazing People in the World0:30:39 Imagination and the Power of Creating Better Stories0:33:13 Thanksgiving: A Holiday of Gratitude and Gluttony0:35:27 Thanksgiving Memories from a Deployment in Afghanistan0:35:46 Thanksgiving Feast for Troops on the Battlefield0:38:02 The Power of Food to Bring Comfort and Home0:38:32 Gratitude for Loved Ones and Community0:41:05 Overcoming Challenges: Practicing Daily Gratitude Exercise0:43:15 Setting the Morning Routine for a Productive Day0:45:38 Sharing Stories to Help Others Through Difficult TimesExperience more abundance on georgianbenta.com/abundanceAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, we spoke about:- choosing the path of clarity- using gratitude as a tool for abundance and transformation- a wider, spiritual perspective about natural state & our inner power Resources:Elizabeth's website: https://elizabethtripp.comGo 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.Experience more abundance on georgianbenta.com/abundanceAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy