There’s no denying that the stress of living during a global pandemic can take its toll. While there’s a lot we can do to help keep our loved ones and ourselves safe from COVID, we cannot keep mental health on the back burner. But what does mindfulness and practicing gratitude have to do with our mental health? And what can meditation really do for you? To help us learn more about mindfulness and meditation, we turn to Yvette Pelgrom. Yvette has lived in different countries across Asia, Africa, and Europe, and now works for the personal growth platform Mind Valley in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. As Head of Premium Coaching and External Opportunities, Yvette always keeps an open mind to new personal growth and self-care techniques that help keep people present and grateful, especially during times like these.