The Secret to Gratitude and Contentment

Never in Reverse

Being content can be difficult when you are constantly taking on new projects. In this episode of Never in Reverse, Doug Cox and Jeremy Axel discuss gratitude and contentment. Listen to their journeys towards more consistent gratitude and contentment and learn how to build these practices into your own life.

Beginning by discussing gratitude, Jeremy and Doug explain that they were not always the best at remembering to show appreciation. In their work and in their families, they have both learned to express gratitude consistently and sincerely. Similarly, finding contentment did not come naturally to Jeremy and Doug. Both had busy childhoods and had to work hard for everything that they have, and because of this they feel that they have to keep moving. Doug explains that contentment is all about slowing down to appreciate the things that you have – whether it is going on a road trip, spending time with your family, or just giving yourself a quick break.

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[1:51] Jeremy and Doug talk about their busy weeks ahead. The hustle and bustle of their day-to-day lives makes it difficult to slow down and practice gratitude.

[4:20] Showing appreciation is important, even if it is sometimes lost in digital formats. Slowing down to appreciate the people around you can make a significant difference in your relationships.

[7:55] It is also important to slow down and take ownership and accountability instead of just moving on to the next thing.

[10:40] What is contentment? Doug says that it is about having time to appreciate the things you have – he takes time for this on road trips.

[12:58] Jeremy had trouble slowing down to find real contentment. He found that his constant work ethic and drive caused tension and disconnect in his family.

[15:27] Jeremy strives for something he calls “successful contentment.” This has to do with taking time to recognize your achievements and appreciate the work that contributed to them.

[18:37] Jeremy is learning how to give unconditionally instead of expecting reciprocity. Doug’s father used to challenge him to name good things that he did for others, and Doug does the same with his kids.

[22:01] Doug knows that one day he will need help from his loved ones. When he reaches that point, he does not want the people around him to think he never did anything for them.

[26:21] Sometimes Jeremy is too busy to express his gratitude. He is working to find time to express gratitude sincerely and give credit to his teammates.

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