In this episode I interview Dr. Carly Marie Manly. Dr. Carla Marie Manly, a clinical psychologist and life-optimization expert, makes her home in Sonoma County, California. In addition to her clinical practice, she is deeply invested in her roles as an author, consultant, advocate, and speaker. With a holistic, body-mind-spirit approach, Dr. Manly specializes in improving professional and personal relationships through mindfulness and communication skills.  Blending traditional psychotherapy with alternative mindfulness practices. Dr. Manly’s highly acclaimed books, Joy from Fear and Aging Joyfully—plus her newest title, Date Smart, offer life-changing insights and wisdom-filled tips to help readers create positive, purpose-driven lives.  

  Dr. Manly discusses what gratitude means for her, how she uses gratitude in her own personal practice and the benefits of gratitude.  She also shares ways that listeners can create more consistent and creative practices.