• Ep 176: Cultivating Gratitude in a World of Want with Bianca Juarez Olthoff

  • Nov 25 2024
  • Length: 25 mins
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Ep 176: Cultivating Gratitude in a World of Want with Bianca Juarez Olthoff

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  • Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the hustle and bustle of the holiday season? Let's take a moment to pause, reflect, and focus on the simple joys of life. Gratitude matters and it is more than just a fleeting feeling of thankfulness. It's a powerful practice that can transform your life. By cultivating gratitude, you can: Reduce stress and anxiety: Focusing on the positive aspects of your life can help ease stress and anxiety. Improve your physical health: Studies have shown that gratitude can boost your immune system, lower blood pressure, and improve sleep quality. Enhance your relationships: Expressing gratitude to loved ones can strengthen your bonds and deepen your connections. Increase your overall happiness: By focusing on what you have, rather than what you lack, you can cultivate a greater sense of happiness and fulfillment. Practical Tips to Practice Gratitude Keep a gratitude journal: Write down three things you're grateful for each day. Meditate on gratitude: Spend a few minutes each day focusing on the things you're grateful for. Express gratitude to others: Let people know how much you appreciate them. Volunteer your time: Giving back to your community can boost your sense of gratitude. Practice mindfulness: Pay attention to the present moment and appreciate the small things. I invite you to join us in a gratitude challenge. For the next week, commit to practicing gratitude daily. Share your experiences and reflections with us on social media using the hashtag #Gr8ful. Let's inspire each other to live a life of gratitude and joy. Don’t forget to tag me @biancaolthoff. Wishing you a blessed and grateful holiday season! B RESOURCES/LINKS Takeaways Thanksgiving is a time to embrace gratitude. Desiring more can lead to emptiness and dissatisfaction. Gratitude is a powerful tool for joy and fulfillment. Practicing gratitude can transform our lives. Contentment is not wanting more, but appreciating what we have. Complaining can destroy our sense of gratitude. Gratitude should be a daily practice, not just a holiday sentiment. We are responsible for cultivating our own gratitude. Sharing our gratitude with others enhances its impact. The holiday season is an opportunity to reflect on our blessings. ⋇ Convoy of Hope - Empowering Women and Girls Together Donate here. https://convoyofhope.org/bianca/ ⋇ Bianca’s new book Grit Don't Quit: Developing Resilience And Faith When Giving Up Isn't An Option. https://amzn.to/3MO74OC ⋇ The Grit Don’t Quit Bible Study is now available. https://www.biancaolthoff.com/gdq ⋇ So grateful to our sponsors! ⋇ Subscribe to We’re Going There on your favorite podcast app so you don’t miss out on any of the great topics and conversations. Don’t forget to leave a loving review! Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/were-going-there-with-bianca-juarez-olthoff/id1529509063?uo=4 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6RpqUTDQWWKDHt1yLQlMKW?si=1df497a2742c4ea9 ⋇ Visit biancaolthoff.com/resources to learn more about books and other resources from Bianca. https://www.biancaolthoff.com/resources ⋇ Want to stay connected, join the community today. https://www.biancaolthoff.com/ ⋇ WGT email: podcast@inthenameoflove.org ⋇ Music by: Brad Tsushima, Instagram: @bradtsushima, email: bradtsushima94@aol.com, Spotify: “R.A.D.” Youtube: https://youtu.be/q94QT3u_KyE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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