While gratitude is important, especially during the Thanksgiving season, Gayle Lantz explores a more profound approach: training yourself to find the good even in challenging situations. She believes that developing this mindset can create lasting impact for both leaders and their teams.
Gayle explains why finding the good can be difficult and offers practical strategies to overcome these challenges. She advocates for moving beyond simple “positive thinking” to develop a more nuanced and sustainable approach to viewing challenges.
Leaders who master this skill can build greater resilience, maintain perspective during difficult times, and create a more positive impact on their organizations.
This episode covers:
- Why finding the good is challenging and three key reasons we struggle with it
- How to shift from negative thought patterns to more constructive ones
- Practical strategies for training yourself to see the good in challenging situations
- Ways to maintain perspective without ignoring real problems
- How to build this practice into your daily routine
- The difference between superficial positivity and genuine good-finding
The episode serves as a timely reminder that while gratitude is valuable, the real power lies in developing the ability to find meaning and opportunity in any situation—a crucial skill for effective leadership.
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