In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, host Nathan Freeburg discusses the profound connection between gratitude and leadership. The discussion highlights how gratitude is not only beneficial for personal well-being but also plays a crucial role in building positive team cultures. Freeburg references research from a Harvard Business Review article demonstrating a strong link between gratitude and increased well-being, suggesting that gratitude helps individuals experience more joy, navigate difficulties, and foster stronger connections. The episode takes a deeper dive into gratitude with insights from an interview between Stephen Colbert and Anderson Cooper. Colbert shares his personal philosophy on gratitude, reflecting on the tragic loss of his father and brothers. He articulates a nuanced perspective, suggesting that gratitude should encompass all life experiences, good and bad, as they shape our humanity and capacity for deeper connection and love. Similarly, Cooper reflects on wisdom from his mother, contemplating the balance of joy and sorrow in life. We have three reflective questions for you to consider as you contemplate your own challenges, connect with others' suffering, and embrace the full spectrum of your humanity. The episode aims to inspire leaders to practice vulnerability and gratitude, recognizing that these qualities can transform personal adversities into profound leadership strengths. We have over 265 episodes on leadership, team culture, and handling challenges. There's so much to explore on The Leadership Vision Podcast. Dive into our earlier content! Visit leadershipvisionconsulting.com for all episodes, or subscribe to our newsletter for a weekly curated list. Support the show- Read the full blog post here! CONTACT US email: [email protected] LinkedIn Facebook Leadership Vision Online ABOUT The Leadership Vision Podcast is a weekly show sharing our expertise in discovering, practicing, and implementing a Strengths-based approach to people, teams, and culture. Contact us to talk to us about helping your team understand the power of Strengths.