60.Overcoming Obstacles to Gratitude: Simple Ways to Build a Habit That Sticks

Send us Fan MailYou want to be grateful—but some days, it just feels hard. Maybe life is stressful, your routines are off, or you’re simply tired. In this episode, we’re talking about the real obstacles that get in the way of gratitude and how to gently cultivate a habit that lasts—not just in the good seasons, but in the messy, ordinary ones too.We’ll explore:Why gratitude doesn’t always come naturallyHow stress, loss, and emotional fatigue shape our spiritual rhythmsA biblical framework for remembering God’s goodnessSmall, realistic ways to build gratitude into your everyday lifeWhat to do when you fall out of the habitThis isn’t about forcing yourself to “be thankful.” It’s about learning to notice God’s presence again—one small choice at a time.Habit of Hope: Start with one small thanks—and let it become a rhythm of the heart.Mentioned in This Episode✨ Free Resource from Larissa Download Larissa’s gratitude printable to help you begin again with simple, gentle steps: https://www.gr8tfulchick.com/If this episode encouraged you…Share it with a friend or leave a quick review to help others find hope and encouragement.Support the showSign up for Ginger’s Newsletter and the Deeper Life CollectionSupport the Podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/habitsofhopeGet Ginger’s Book: Holy in the Moment: Simple Ways to Love God and Enjoy Your Life(affiliate link)Ginger's Website: https://gingerharrington.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gingerharrington/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GingHarringtonLarissa’s Website:https://www.gr8tfulchick.com/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/gr8tfulchick/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/gr8tfulchick Habits of Hope Podcast  is for informational and inspirational purposes only. This podcast is not a substitute for professional advice—spiritual, medical, legal, or otherwise.