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The science behind gratitude

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How practicing gratitude can transform your mind and body.

Our weekly program, Missouri State Journal, is a collaboration between KSMU Radio and Missouri State University. It's hosted and produced by MSU's Office of Strategic Communication, and it airs each Tuesday morning at 9:45 on KSMU.

As we gather around the table this Thanksgiving, it’s the perfect time to reflect on gratitude — something we often hear about this time of year, but may not fully understand.

Gratitude goes beyond just saying "thank you" — it can profoundly impact our mental and physical health.

Dr. Kyler Sherman-Wilkins, associate professor of sociology and faculty affiliate in the gerontology program at Missouri State University, discusses how gratitude can positively impact mental and physical well-being.

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Adair Seifert has worked at Missouri State University since 2022. She’s currently the content strategist in the Office of Strategic Communication. She is a content creator and social media manager and has a BS in communication studies from Evangel University.