by Sharon Brock | Mar 25, 2026 | Gratitude & Purpose, Mental Health
By Sharon Brock, MS, MEd We all know that gratitude can uplevel our happiness, but research shows that frequently feeling grateful can also lead to a longer life. One study, which followed nearly 50,000 older female nurses for three years, found that those with higher...
by Diane Friedlaender | Mar 24, 2026 | Gratitude & Purpose, Mental Health
By Diane Friedlaender, PhD As we age, particularly after 75, negative emotions like sadness, anxiety, and loneliness tend to increase while positive emotions decline . This matters more than we might think. Sustained negative emotions are linked to social isolation,...
by Sharon Brock | Mar 24, 2026 | Profiles, Gratitude & Purpose, Mental Health
By Sharon Brock, MS, MEd The newest member of Stanford Lifestyle Medicine’s Gratitude & Purpose pillar is Diane Friedlaender, PhD, a renowned education researcher, whole-student curriculum designer, and community builder devoted to social justice and human...
by Sophia Fay & Sharon Brock | Apr 23, 2025 | Daily Habits, Social Engagement, Stress Management, Gratitude & Purpose, Mental Health
By Sophia Fay, BS and Sharon Brock, MS, MEd Stress is a part of life, and some are able to cope with life’s stressors more skillfully than others. If you find yourself constantly anxious, angry, or shut down, you’re not alone. The good news is that there are things...
by Sharon Brock | Jan 24, 2025 | Gratitude & Purpose, Mental Health
By Sharon Brock, MS, MEd “What is it you plan to do with your wild and precious life?” What if this famous line by poet Mary Oliver was not only relevant to people in their teens, but also in midlife? Given the considerable research on longevity, people are living...
