Everyone always tells us to have "an attitude of gratitude." But nobody tells us how to do that - which makes things hard - especially when the world is just so f*cked up.
And what do we do about it?
If you're like me, you worry more. You grind harder. Maybe you start a gratitude journal. Mostly, you say "I'm fine" when we're anything but.
Here's a cool truth: There are proven steps to ditch that grind. You can stop worrying and start living.
I did.
And now, I want to share the recipe with you for free.
Gratitude doesn't have to be hard. With simple, time-tested recipes, you can feel happier every day - no matter what life throws at you.
Gratitude Made Simple: a Shortcut to Happiness
This is a proven system for helping you worry less, feel better, and love the life you’re living.
Here's what you'll get:
• Simple Steps: Bite-sized actions that are easy to follow.
• Live Training: Practice gratitude in real-time with a cohort of like-minded professionals.
• Audio Guides: Take mindfulness on the go, wherever life takes you.
• One-on-One Support: Personal guidance tailored to your challenges.
• Practical Workbook: A tool you’ll actually use—not just shove in a drawer.
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We've broken it into three simple phases. In each phase, you'll learn recipes designed to help you move from feeling stressed, worried, or overwhelmed to living with clarity, gratitude, and joy.
Recipes for Living a Grateful Life: Simple Steps to Stop Worrying and Start Smiling Again
Disclaimer: This isn’t a quick-fix, magic-pill, lose-weight-while-eating-ice-cream course. These recipes work—but only if you do. It’s not a ton of work, but it’s more than you’re doing now. It’s simple, and we’ve got your back every step of the way. But this isn't for you if you won't do the work.
Weeks 1-3: Gather Your Ingredients
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Clean Out the Pantry: Let go of toxic thoughts and habits holding you back.
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Stock Up on Essentials: Build core practices for clarity and calm.
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Set the Table: Make space for gratitude - even when life feels chaotic.
Weeks 4-6: Mix Your Batter
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Follow the Recipe: Start with small proven actions to build momentum.
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Add Your Secret Ingredients: Personalize what works best for you.
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Stir It Up: Build daily habits that make gratitude second nature.
Weeks 7-9: Bake and Enjoy
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Adjust for Taste: Fine-tune your routine as you grow.
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Get It Cookin': Watch gratitude transform how you see life.
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Share the Joy: Build connection by lifting yourself and others up.
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Say Goodbye to Worry and Love Your Life
Life won’t get less messy—but you'll feel calm, confident, and better equipped to handle it. Here's what's waiting for you:
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Feel Happier Every Day, Even When Life's Hard.
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Stress Less and Finally Enjoy the Life you Have.
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Leave Worry Behind and Build a Gratitude Practice That Lasts.
Professionals and High Performers Like You Have Already Cooked Up a Life They Love
This program delivers real, measurable results:
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Past participants reported an 80% reduction in worry and a 70% increase in gratitude and life satisfaction.
Imagine waking up each day experiencing 80% less worry and 70% more gratitude, knowing you’ve finally found a way to feel calm, confident, and fulfilled no matter your circumstances.
Mindfulness is the secret weapon of high performers. Tim Ferriss, author of Tools of Titans: The Tactics, Routines, and Habits of Billionaires, Icons, and World-Class Performers, found that over 80% of the world’s most successful individuals have regular mindfulness practices.
Now, it’s your turn.
These numbers are more than just statistics; they represent real people who’ve transformed their lives with this program. Here’s what they had to say:
I am less reactive to things as they come up and am truly learning to be "okay" with what happens- trusting that life is unfolding perfectly. I have the strength, resilience, awareness, and connection to my intuition/ inner guidance to navigate through powerfully.
Jill Abraham
Founder/CEO
Power Yoga of
Cape Cod
Aaron is a really great facilitator. This is the second meditation training I've participated in and by far the best. I have really loved the simple, relatable explanation of the practice, the guided practice, and - most of all - the opportunity to reflect, share, and ask questions. Aaron creates an environment friendly to growth and development that I expect most people who are curious learners would find warm and welcoming.
Scott Herbst,
Ph.D., BCBA
Executive Coach
I am more aware and mindful in my daily activities. What I've appreciated the most so far was the conversation that we had that there are no mistakes - whatever is done is done and I go from there. I am paying more attention to my thoughts as thoughts, and am able to shift and let go of stressful or upsetting ones, and I am able to choose more neutral perceptions.
Monica Friedman Oestreich (she/her)
Leadership Coach, Facilitator and
Senior Consultant
Aaron puts things on the bottom shelf (anyone can access it) in a very real and down to earth way. He is knowledgeable, engaging, caring and superbly enjoying this "long strange trip". I highly recommend taking the time and commit to sharing the experience with him. I promise you won't regret it.
Amy Gundlach
President at Julius Stewart Construction Services LL
Ready to Stop Worrying and Start Loving Your Life?
Gratitude doesn’t have to be complicated. With simple recipes, proven steps, and the support you need, you’ll feel better every day—even when life feels messy.
This program is free (with an opportunity for dana) and by application only.
Our next cohort starts January 15th with Zoom training classes on nine consecutive Wednesdays from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. PT.
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We ask that you attend at least six of the calls in person (and they will all be recorded in the event you miss any).
... then I'd love to chat with you
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What if I’m already overwhelmed?Great—you’re in the right place. These recipes are designed to fit into your life, not add to the chaos. Only you will determine if this works for you. The time commitment is a one-hour call weekly and 10-20 minutes of practice every day for nine weeks.
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Is this a spiritual program?There are lines between religion, spirituality, and consciousness that each individual must draw for themselves. We will focus on the scientifically verified aspects of mindfulness that impact performance. For the vast majority of people, this will not conflict with any preexisting religious or spiritual practice. If this is a concern, please bring it up on the application interview call.
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Isn’t Buddhism a religion?Yes. It's also a philosophy that focuses on the practical, real-life application of Buddha’s teachings to achieve personal insight and understanding. To whatever degree Buddhist thought enters this program, that's where we're looking and where we will have our attention. There is nothing we will do that is intended to conflict with whatever religious or spiritual practices you bring with you.
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What if I’ve tried to meditate in the past, and it hasn’t worked?It’s likely you either didn’t have the right teacher and scaffolding around you to work through the inevitable obstacles all people encounter when meditating, or you are in the 8-10% of people who have some health condition that makes meditation not a suitable vehicle. If this concerns you, please talk to your healthcare provider.
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How can you not charge for this program and what is dana?Dana is a Pali word meaning generosity, and it's hard to imagine cultivating gratitude without also cultivating generosity. I teach this course as an expression of generosity—I had this transformation into a world gratitude, and I want to give it away to anyone interested. The idea of providing an opportunity for dana is to allow the participants to cultivate their generosity. At the end of the program, every participant can give any amount that feels right to them. Nothing is expected, and participants are encouraged to look for themselves and determine the amount they feel comfortable giving (and which would cause no regret). We will discuss this more on the application call as well.
Meet Your Instructor
Aaron Hendon is a best-selling author, serial entrepreneur, certified mindfulness instructor, and international speaker, Aaron has guided over 10,000 professionals to peak performance since 1995.
Taking the BFA he earned from SUNY Purchase, Aaron did what most fine art grads do – went into waiting tables. He then moved to the kitchen and later opened Fred’s Bread & Bagel in Albuquerque. His whole wheat challah and sourdough rye even snagged blue ribbons at the New Mexico State Fair and Fred’s became a $1,000,000 business.
Transitioning from Albuquerque to Seattle and from baking to real estate, Aaron became a top-producing, award-winning agent and managing broker at Christine & Company with eXp Realty.
