Gratitude Research/Resources

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DRW Gratitude Coaching Programs/Seminars

Gratitude and Neuroscience in the Workplace – A Coaching Program. This is a customized program to ensure we meet your needs and objectives. Supported by assessments, goal setting, strategies, and action plans. Coaching is offered individually and/or small group engagement.
Discovering the Health and Well-Being Benefits of Gratitude – Bring Your Best-Self Forward
The Neuroscience of Gratitude – What Leaders Need to Know About This New Neural Knowledge
Gratitude – The Positive Impact on Employee Engagement and a Healthy Work Environment
The Science of Positive Psychology

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Presentations

Providence St Joseph Health 2020 Virtual Nursing Summit Keynote Presentation – The Power of Gratitude to Heal Our Hearts, Minds, and Bodies ~ Evidence-Based Discoveries for Greater Health and Well-Being. Invited. June 2020

University of Rochester Medical Center Leadership Retreat Keynote – The Neuroscience of Gratitude ~ The Positive Impact on Employee Recognition. URMC Nurse Program – The Neuroscience of Gratitude ~ The Positive Impact on Meaningful Recognition in Nursing Environments. Rochester, NY. Invited. December 2019

ORCHSE Strategies, LLC, Occupational Safety and Health Group Presentation – Gratitude – The Positive Impact on Employee Engagement and a Healthy Work Environment. Washington, D.C. Invited. November 2019.

LeadingAge DC Annual Meeting Presentation – Gratitude Interventions with Direct Care Workers in a Dementia-Specific Assisted Living: A Pilot Study. Co-presenting with Dr. Tabassum Majid, Executive Director, The Integrace Institute. Invited. Washington, DC. October 2019.

Lifespan Annual Conference Presentation – The Neuroscience and Impact of Gratitude in Senior Living Communities. Co-presenting with Dr. Tabassum Majid, Executive Director, The Integrace Institute. Invited. September 2019.

Integrace Institute – Cognitive Wellness Series Presentation – The Neuroscience of Gratitude – Highlights of a Gratitude Intervention in Senior Living Communities. Invited. Sykesville, Maryland. June 2019.

VONEL – Virginia Organization of Nurse Executives and Leaders Spring Conference Presentation – The Neuroscience of Gratitude ~ What Nurse Leaders Should Know About This New Neural Knowledge. Invited. Richmond, Virginia. May 2019.

HR Houston – Gulf Coast Symposium Presentation – The Neuroscience of Gratitude ~ The Positive Impact on Rewards & Recognition Programs. Invited. Houston, Texas. May 2019.

The 12th Annual HIGHER Ground Women’s Leadership Conference Presentation – The Neuroscience of Gratitude – What Leaders Should Know About This New Neural Knowledge. Invited. Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA. November 2018.

The Leadership Development Group Community of Practice Webinar -The Neuroscience of Gratitude – Coaching Success Factors. Invited. March 2018.

Podcast – The Art of Grateful Leadership – Jim Trela will interview Linda Roszak Burton on the Neuroscience of Gratitude. The Center for Grateful Leadership featured guest. April 2018.

Leadership Center For Excellence Presentation – The Neuroscience of Gratitude – What Leaders Need to Know About This New Neural Knowledge. Tyson’s Corner, VA. Invited. February 2018. Attendee: “This changed my whole view of being a leader.”

The Center for Grateful Leadership – The Neuroscience of Gratitude. Recording available, pass-code grateful Live Q&A Sessions with Judith Ulmas. Featured guest. January 2018.

Rotary Club of Frederick presentation – Gratitude – The Positive Impact on Employee Engagement and a Healthy Work Environment. Frederick, MD. Invited. September 2017.

Rotary Club of Howard County West Presentation – Discovering the Health and Wellness Benefits of Practicing Gratitude. Ellicott City, MD. Invited. September 2017.

Rotary Club of Olney Presentation – The Neuroscience of Gratitude – What Leaders Need to Know About This New Neural Knowledge. Olney, MD. Invited. Presented July 2017. Attendee: “Very informative presentation and inspirational.”

Rotary Club of Towson Presentation –The Health and Wellness Benefits of Gratitude. Towson, MD. Invited. Presented June 2017. Attendee: “Very interesting and thought-provoking.”

University of Maryland – St. Joseph Medical Center, 6th Annual Women’s Health Conference Presentation – Discovering the Personal Health and Wellness Benefits of Gratitude. Towson, Maryland. Invited. Presented May 2017.

The Rotary Club of Ellicott City Presentation – The Health and Wellness Benefits of Gratitude. Ellicott City, MD. Invited. Presented May 2017.

The Rotary Club of Catonsville Presentation – Discovering the Personal Health Benefits of Gratitude. Catonsville, MD. Invited. Presented May 2017.

ORCHSE Strategies, LLC, Global Health, Safety and Environment Forum Presentation –The Neuroscience of Gratitude – The Positive Impact on Rewards and Recognition Programs. Washington, D.C. Invited. Presented February 2017.

Articles – Blog

The Baltimore Sun – November 2019 Meet Five Baltimoreans Who Make Giving Thanks, a Year-Round Priority

American Nurse Association Healthy Nurse Healthy Nation – October 2019 The Health and Wellness Benefits of Gratitude

Wharton Healthcare Quarterly – Winter 2017 The Neuroscience of Gratitude by Linda Roszak Burton

Wharton Healthcare Quarterly – Fall 2016 Discovering the Health and Wellness Benefits of Gratitude by Linda Roszak Burton

Webinar Series

Webinar – Gratitude – Discovering the Health and Well-Being Benefits. Featured guest, Z. Colette Edwards, MD – November 8, 2017.
Webinar – Gratitude – What Employers Should Know About the Positive Impact on Employee Engagement – October 11, 2017.
Webinar – Let’s Celebrate World Gratitude Day – Discover the Research on the Personal and Organizational Benefits of Gratitude – September 13, 2017.

Additional Resources

DRW Gratitude Letter Exercise Writing a letter of gratitude to someone who has made a difference in your life is one of the most highly recommended (and meaningful) activities for practicing gratitude. Download this exercise for your personal gratitude practice.

DRW Gratitude MAPS Activity Use this Gratitude MAPS activity as an easy way to structure your gratitude practice and attain the greatest healing, health, and well-being benefits.

Wharton Healthcare Quarterly – Winter 2017 The Neuroscience of Gratitude by Linda Roszak Burton

Wharton Healthcare Quarterly – Fall 2016 Discovering the Health and Wellness Benefits of Gratitude by Linda Roszak Burton