David Brooke will discuss “Neutralizing Obstacles through Gratitude” at the Rotary Club of Mercer Island’s meeting on March 5 at the Mercer Island Community and Event Center, 8236 SE 24th St. The main meeting begins at 12:30 p.m. Guests are always welcome and there is no fee to attend. An optional buffet lunch is available for purchase.

Brooke will share how gratitude can overcome life-changing events, with highlights including: Exercises to keep you moving toward a more positive mindset; the advantages and benefits of using a daily gratitude journal; and increased happiness, a better attitude and higher self-esteem.

Brooke has been a speaker, coach and best-selling author for more than 25 years. He is a former Nordstrom store manager and managed in the corporate world for more than 30 years. His published works include “That Gratitude Guy’s Daily Gratitude Journal,” “Monday Morning Minutes,” “Six-Word Lessons to Embrace Gratitude” and a number of other books on gratitude.

For more information on the Rotary Club of Mercer Island, visit http://mirotary.org/