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The Gratitude Project Picnic @Patch | Nurture Yourself in Nature

  • Patch of Heaven Sanctuary 21900 Southwest 157th Avenue Miami, FL, 33170 United States (map)

How the science of thankfulness can rewire our brains for resilience, optimism and the greater good

Who:

Anyone seeking to replenish and revitalize themselves through learning about the active practices of Gratitude. Held in celebration of National Gratitude Month in our sacred Nature space of Patch of Heaven Sanctuary.

Why:

Gratitude can have a transformative impact on individuals, families, neighborhoods, schools and workplaces. Studies have consistently found that people who practice gratitude experience:

  • Fewer symptoms of illness, including depression

  • Increased optimism

  • More happiness

What:

1/2 day of soothing self-care in our 20 acres of lotus ponds, old-growth Florida forest and sacred spaces. Patch provides artisanal bread, olive oil, olives, hummus and fruit.

Registered guests will hear from us to coordinate their potluck-dish-to-pass as a salad, finger food or dessert

  • Gratitude Journal - learn a daily “Declare It Good” Practice

  • Meditate in Nature

  • Walk in Silence in the Forest

  • Why Gratitude Is Good For Our Minds

  • How Gratitude Can Help You Achieve Your Goals

  • Practice Gratitude As A Tool For Resilience

Agenda:

  • 11:00 am - 11:15 am - Arrive, Welcome

  • 11:15 am -11:45 am -Gratitude’s Benefits - Suzanne

  • 11:45 am -12:15 pm - Walk in Silence in the Forest - Vanessa

  • 12:15 pm -12:45 pm - Meditate in Nature - Suzanne

  • 12:45 pm - 1:30 pm - Light lunch

  • 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm - Practice Gratitude As A Tool For Resilience - Suzanne

  • 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm - Gratitude Journal - “Declare It Good” Practice

  • 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm - Reflection Time and Sharing

  • 3:00 pm - Close

Meet Your Hosts:

Suzanne Jewell | Chief Experience Officer, Patch of Heaven Sanctuary

Vanessa Yvette | Founder of Forest Bath Miami