By: Rebecca David-Cusani, LMHC There is nothing inherently wrong with gratitude. In many situations, it can genuinely help people feel more grounded, connected, and emotionally present. But sometimes people are encouraged to “focus on the positive” while their nervous system is still overwhelmed, dysregulated, grieving, ashamed, anxious, burned out, or simply trying to get through

By Maria Guasone, RMHCI The beginning of a new year always invites me into reflection, renewal, and intention. As I step into 2026, one practice continues to stand out as both simple and profoundly transformative: gratitude. Through my work and personal journey, I have seen — and research in psychology and neuroscience consistently confirms — what