Gratitude

Why Gratitude is the Secret Parenting Superpower

11/11/2025

Here’s the thing: gratitude isn’t just a nice-to-have. It’s the foundation of raising a helpful human being (and, let’s face it, a slightly less annoying one). That’s why it’s the very first lesson in my new book, *BE USEFUL: How to Raise Useful Human Beings*. Because if your kid can’t appreciate what they have, how will they ever understand you? (Or, more importantly, the person who invented coffee.)

Gratitude

09/21/2025

Gratitude is ancient. It’s sacred. It’s what carried people through wars, hunger, grief, and loss. In times of tragedy, it is often the only light that remains. When we cannot stop replaying the bad, gratitude gives us a way to shift our minds toward the good. That simple shift is the secret to a healthy, resilient spirit.