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July 11, 2025 43 mins

In today’s conversation, Ari and Dr. Gary Sprouse explore the multifaceted nature of stress, its impact, and practical strategies for managing it. They discuss the importance of defining happiness through the concept of a 'happy place.' The discussion also delves into the significance of gratitude, minimalism, setting priorities, and finding fulfillment and purpose in life!


Dr. Gary Sprouse is a retired primary care physician who practiced in Maryland for 38 years. He has taken everything he has learned about stress reduction and crafted his book, Highway to Your Happy Place: A Roadmap to Less Stress. Dr. Sprouse also collaborated on a book with Jack Canfield. The new book, Mindset Matters, is a best-seller on Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

Website: www.thelessstressdoc.com



Chapters


00:00 Introduction to Stress Management

02:12 Recognizing Chronic Stress

12:37 The Rooms of Your Happy Place

17:08 Minimalism and Stress Reduction

21:51 The Struggle of Empathy and Self-Identity

27:55 The Importance of Connection and Safety

33:08 Redefining Addiction and Stress Reduction

41:06 Resources for a Happier Life


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Ari https://youtube.com/shorts/Ac2YwtV4emE?si=2Yq53B4VJm3TNyoC is the host of the Growth, Grace, and Gratitude Podcast! She is a pre-med/psychology graduate, a professional ballerina, lifestyle columnist, and author who grew up performing ballet at Lincoln Center with New York City Ballet, Miami City Ballet, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, and at Madison Square Garden. Her poem book "Long Distance Love" is out now! Her unique upbringing has inspired her to open up the conversation with experts in their field for the purpose of growing in self-development. From everyone’s favorite Astrologer Valerie Mesa to ADHD Mental Health Coach Brooke Schnittman, to Board-Certified Neurophysiologist Toby Pasman and International Renowned International Spiritual Teacher Guy Finley, our guests are diverse and motivational in their approach to lending their expertise in the form of offering practical daily mental health guidance for our listeners. We celebrated over 100 inspiring guests and counting. I look forward to continuing the conversation to inspire all generations towards achieving authentic happiness and success! Connect with us for daily & weekly inspired content & conversation on:


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