EP. 24 Thanksgiving and Gratitude When Life Is Hard

In the past month, we have explored various aspects of gratitude, from understanding its essence to expressing it inwardly and outwardly. We have learned how gratitude can change our perspective and reframe outcomes. As we conclude our focus on gratitude, let's step into the topic of finding gratitude when faced with hardships and adversity. While it may seem challenging to be grateful during difficult times, it is possible to find moments of gratitude even amidst grief, turmoil, and struggles. In this week's podcast, we will discuss how to shift our perspective towards gratitude and find solace in the midst of challenging circumstances. Transformative Power of Gratitude: Practicing gratitude during difficult times can be transformative. It allows us to acknowledge the lessons and strength gained from adversity. Gratitude provides insight and a different perspective, helping us cope with loss and find meaning in challenging circumstances. It is not about feeling guilty or obligated, but rather about appreciating what we have and recognizing how it can work for us rather than against us. By embracing gratitude, we can set boundaries, make decisions, and open ourselves up to healing and growth. Gratitude is a journey and a process that requires practice. As we navigate difficult times, the principles of gratitude we have discussed in previous weeks will help us through it.. Building a practice of gratitude equips us to face various situations with strength and a bit more ease.  This week’s verse focuses are below: Colossians 4:2 - Devote yourselves to prayer with an alert mind and a thankful heart. Psalm 69:30 - Then I will praise God’s name with singing, and I will honor him with thanksgiving. 2 Corinthians 9:15 - Thank God for this gift too wonderful for words! Psalm 107:1 - Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good! His faithful love endures forever. To follow me more you can always find me on Instagram @steph.book, or join my Facebook group ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠. This group is FREE and is a great place to connect with others who are like you looking for community and encouragement. Join us in the ⁠⁠Flourish ⁠⁠group today! I have also been posting daily on TikTok with a daily attitude of gratitude focus. I'll be doing that every day in November. You can see them ⁠here.⁠ You can also visit my website ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://stephaniebook.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ and get your FREE Flourishing Guide! ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! This guide has Ten of my top 10 tips for a flourishing life. I do hope that you find value in my podcast and share it with anyone you think it would encourage. Please take the time to subscribe and/or leave a review so that others can find my podcast. With amazing support from listeners like you, more women can know about this podcast and help them flourish too To check out the beautiful clothing by Girl Power Alliance, you can check out my affiliate link here! 💕 or paste this link in your browser. https://girl-power-alliance-gear.myshopify.com/?ref=Flourish I appreciate you listening and hope it has widened your view about gratitude. Thank you for listening, and joining me on a journey to a flourishing life! I truly appreciate you listening! Stephanie DISCLOSURE: I want to be honest and clear with you and let you know I would NEVER recommend anything to you that I didn't truly believe was worthwhile. I DO use affiliate links that allow me to earn a commission from things you buy with the links I share. It doesn't cost you more, but I DO want you to know that.