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EPISODE · May 20, 2025 · 20 MIN

The Fullness of Joy

from Finding Yourself in Motherhood · host Andrea Gunnell

In this episode of we explore the profound nature of joy and its unexpected relationship with life's hardest moments. What's the difference between happiness and joy? How do our deepest struggles create capacity for our greatest moments of celebration?Using the powerful metaphor of a swing set—where going higher requires pulling back further—this episode offers a fresh perspective on embracing life's full emotional spectrum.Drawing on insights from Brené Brown about the essential connection between joy and gratitude, you'll discover how practicing gratitude can transform your experience of motherhood. Whether you're in a season of struggle or celebration, this episode invites you to find meaning in every part of your parenting journey and embrace the fullness of joy that can only come through contrast.Join us for a conversation that will change how you think about your hardest moments and help you discover deeper joy in the everyday miracles of motherhood.#motherhood #joy #gratitude #parenting #resilience

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In this episode of we explore the profound nature of joy and its unexpected relationship with life's hardest moments. What's the difference between happiness and joy? How do our deepest struggles create capacity for our greatest moments of celebration? Using the powerful metaphor of a swing set—where going higher requires pulling back further—this episode offers a fresh perspective on embracing life's full emotional spectrum. Drawing on insights from Brené Brown about the essential connection...

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