Finding Joy Again as a Caregiver | When Joy Feels Lost but God Restores It

Summary:In this episode of the Caretakers Journey podcast, Carole Leathem explores the concept of joy, emphasizing that it is not about being loud and bubbly but rather about finding quiet moments of restoration. She discusses how joy can be buried under fatigue and grief, and how it can be restored through gratitude and mindfulness. Carole shares personal anecdotes and practical tips for recognizing and cultivating joy in everyday life, encouraging listeners to identify small joys and practice gratitude as a means of emotional well-being.Takeaways:This episode is not about trying harder.Joy isn't gone, waiting to be brought back.Joy grows where gratitude is practiced gently.He slipped joy quietly in like a gift.You need true joy, not big joy.Identify one tiny joy and say it out loud.Joy often hides in the small moments.The joy of the Lord is our strength.You are simply in a season where joy is distant.Let God restore joy when the moment allows.Chapters:00:00 Rediscovering Joy in Caregiving01:12 The Nature of Restored Joy01:28 The Nature of Joy03:54 Finding Joy in Caregiving06:23 Practicing Gratitude and Joy07:47 Restoring Joy Through ReflectionConnect with Carole:Website - https://www.thecaretakersjourney.com/To join the mailing list, go to the website and join the communityEmail - [email protected] Media - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/carolesjourney/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/carolesjourneyBook - https://www.carolesjourney.com/book