Show Notes
Goodness and Gratitude
“There is something about supernatural gratitude, where you have been met in the depths of your story and your heart, and His love has held you, and someone else’s face stayed with you…. It creates something within you that you aren’t able to do on your own.” -Karrie Garcia
Karrie explores the topic of goodness and gratitude in Episode 11 of the Honest Pod. Do we misuse gratitude when we bypass pain and go straight to the good? Why is gratitude such an integral part of restoring shalom? Karrie reminds us that true gratitude is the fruit of an honest conversation. When our story has been met with love, from God and others, and we are welcomed instead of dismissed, we are more clearly able to see goodness and hope.
To help illustrate what this looks like, Karrie shares a personal story of finding goodness during a difficult time. It was though the process of moving through the steps of shalom restored that Karrie was able to look back and find gratitude.
Once we are able to move toward gratitude, Karrie reminds us of all the ways we are healed from within.
Benefits of Gratitude Releases dopamine and serotonin Regulates nervous system Decreases symptoms of depression and anxiety Brings contentment Cultivates empathy Creates capacity to forgive
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Music by Tanya Godsay
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