In honor of Thanksgiving week, Chrissi brings Sarah back to feel the feels and realize why today might in fact be the good old days. Complete with a love story to today that brings Chrissi to literal tears, they work on shifting their mindsets to feel more gratitude than before. Not the “I’m grateful for chocolate and Wi-Fi” kind (although, yes, obviously), but the deeper kind that sneaks up on you in ordinary moments — loud kitchens, familiar voices, small acts of kindness, and the realization that one day, you'll miss the chaos you’re currently trying to clean up.

More snippets from this episode? “People are dying, Kim!”, why Sarah is the kinder sister, the moment our dad unintentionally caused a huge meltdown, and why a stranger’s kindness can truly make such a difference. 

This episode may cause some emotional upheaval, but can also change your perspective — exploring why gratitude is less about lists and more about noticing the life you’re already living. No inspirational throw pillows required.

(2:00) Middle school band nights, popcorn emergencies & losing your wallet (while holding it) 🍿

(6:00) Sisters, Diet Coke moments & who’s the “nice sister” at the basketball game 👯‍♀️

(8:00) The Office quote that hits different: “I wish there was a way to know…” 🕰️

(9:00) Letter from your 80-year-old self — emotional perspective shift 💌

(15:00) Being present when life is loud, messy, and nothing like Pinterest 🌾

(17:00) Why normal days, voices, and memories become treasures 🎙️

(20:00) The About Time movie & living days like you chose them 🎬

(27:00) Thankful vs. truly grateful — what Mel Robbins says 🧠

(31:00) Small kindness that changes everything — friends stepping up, tears at the bank & being seen ✨

(32:00) Being someone’s person when life falls apart — without waiting to be asked 💛

(40:00) Gratitude for the past, present & future — even when life isn’t perfect ⏳

(50:00) These messy, loud, imperfect days? They are the good old days 💛

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