243 – Solo – David Steindl-Rast The Secret to Happiness




The Kickass Life Podcast with David Wood show

Summary: On todays show David explores the connection between Happiness and Gratitude and through the amazing work of David Steindl-Rast shares a very simple three step system that will allow you to be present enough to truly experience gratitude and happiness What you will Learn on Today’s Show:  Which comes first, Happiness or Gratitude How Gratitude Works A Simple Three Step System that Will Allow you To Truly Live Gratitude Some of David’s Stories of Gratitude in real life situations Some great songs from country to Bing Crosby Dedication: Albert Riddle & Family Todays Quotes:  Sometimes the best way to appreciate something is to  Be without it for a while   What I focus on Expands   How to have a great day 1) Wake up 2) Be Grateful   Todays Songs: Johnny Cash - Thanks a Lot Bing Crosby - Thanks – (With Jimmie Grier & his Orchestra) Amy Grant & John Hiatt - Thank Someone Chatham Country Line - Thanks Bob Hope & Shirley Ross - Thanks for the Memories Todays Links: David Steindl-Rast TED Talk Want to be Happy? Be Grateful http://www.ted.com/talks/david_steindl_rast_want_to_be_happy_be_grateful.html The one thing all humans have in common is that each of us wants to be happy, says Brother David Steindl-Rast, a monk and interfaith scholar. And happiness, he suggests, is born from gratitude. An inspiring lesson in slowing down, looking where you’re going, and above all, being grateful. Brother David Steindl-Rast, a Benedictine monk, meditates and writes on "the gentle power" of gratefulness.