Bonus Episode 1. A Soft Place for Gratitude - Short Story and Affirmations

In this bonus mini-episode, Beth shares her short story called "A Soft Place for Gratitude," following Aya as she discovers quiet moments of thankfulness on a peaceful hillside. The tale shows how gratitude can be found in small, simple moments rather than big celebrations. This episode closes with a set of gentle affirmations to help you notice the steady, luminous things supporting you through the holiday season.Beth responds personally to all communications received. Buy Beth Butram a coffee at ko-fi.com/bethpodcast. Never required, always appreciated! Substack: https://substack.com/@bethbutramInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastsbybeth/Threads: https://www.threads.com/@podcastsbybethTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@podcastsbybethMusic credit: Fly-by-Night, Wendy Marcini and Would You Hold Me, Franz Gordon (sourced via EpidemicSound.com)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/moments-of-calm-affirmations-meditations--6793204/support.Want to help keep these episodes coming? Buy host Beth Butram a coffee at ko-fi.com/bethpodcast. Never required but always appreciated! Also, consider joining the Spreaker Supporters Club to enjoy each episode ad-free!Connect with Podcasts by Beth: Substack: substack.com/@bethbutramInstagram: instagram.com/podcastsbybethThank you for listening. Comments, subscribes, follows and likes are greatly appreciated! Finally, consider following and listening to The Meditation Nest, Bedtime Stories for Adults, also available where you're listening to this podcast. Each story is a gentle journey toward restful sleep.