The Mum Minute: Why Practising Gratitude Can Transform Your Mindset

The Nap Time Sessions

In this episode of The Mum Minute, we’re talking about gratitude and not in a cheesy, “just think positive” kind of way.

This is about simple, realistic rituals that can help shift your mindset on even the hardest parenting days.

Whether it’s you feeling overwhelmed, or your kids melting down because their toast was “too crispy,” practising gratitude (alone or together) can help you catch the tiny good moments before they get lost in the chaos.

We’ll explore how gratitude literally rewires the brain, why it’s not about ignoring the hard stuff, and how to make it a gentle, doable part of your daily rhythm - no journal pressure required.

Key Takeaways:

• Gratitude has science-backed benefits, including reducing stress and improving sleep.
• Tiny, consistent habits are what create real mindset shifts - not big, elaborate routines.
• Practising gratitude with your children teaches them to notice joy and build resilience.
• Rituals can be simple: one good thing at dinner, a bedtime “rose, thorn, bud,” or a gratitude jar.
• It’s okay if things feel hard. Gratitude isn’t a magic fix, but it can offer a moment of light in the mess.
• The goal isn’t perfection, it’s presence.

Listen now for encouragement, practical tips, and a gentle nudge to start noticing what’s already good, even if today has been a lot.

Links And Resources

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Until next time,

Corrina x