S3 E14 Gratitude in Grief with Felecia Benitez

Show Notes: Navigating grief isn’t always easy. But there are many lessons learned in loss that allow us to be grateful. Andrea sits down with her long time friend Felecia Benitez to talk about how loss teaches us what it truly means to be grateful. Felecia is an Associate Clinical Social Workertherapist who works with clients dealing with abuse, and addiction. Her experience with trauma patients and some childhood trauma she lived through has shown her God was with her, and carried her through difficult life moments. Felecia recognizes how those difficult moments in her life shaped her to who she is today and has been a support in her patients’ recovery.  Both ladies talk about all the gifts received even in loss, and why it’s important to give thanks even in the most difficult situations. Scripture “It is the Lord who goes before you; he will be with you, he will not fail you or forsake you; do not fear or be dismayed.” - Deuteronomy 31:8Journal Questions:  Why can it feel hard to give thanks in difficult times?  Andrea mentions on the show how giving thanks in grief can be a blessing because God draws us near and reveals how he has carried us through. What experience has helped you to give thanks? How has God molded you to become a stronger person today?  Andrea shares tips on the show about how to be grateful. What is one way this season you can show your gratitude?  Even if finding gratitude can be difficult, what is one small thing you can be grateful for?  Who is someone you can thank that has helped you on your grief journey?  What is your mourning glory?