S1E41 - Can Gratitude Help You Live Longer?

What does it take to remain grateful during a lifetime of hardship? 

We sit down with Francisco Herrera of University of Vermont Medical Center as he shares his remarkable life’s journey defined by perseverance, family, and gratitude: From growing up in the Dominican Republic, helping to support his family as a child and surviving life-threatening challenges to building a career as a firefighter, investigator, health care worker, mentor and community member. 

Through hunger, personal loss and professional disappointments, Francisco chose hope over anger or bitterness. His story is a powerful reminder that gratitude isn’t rese...