Embracing Stubborn Gladness: Finding Joy in Hard Times

In the inaugural episode of the 'Stubborn Gladness Podcast,' host Maggie Hollinbeck, a psychotherapist and happiness enthusiast, introduces the concept of 'stubborn gladness' inspired by Elizabeth Gilbert's book 'Big Magic' and Jack Gilbert's poem 'A Brief for the Defense.'

Maggie shares personal stories and insights from her 20-year career, emphasizing the importance of cultivating grounded positivity despite life's challenges. She encourages listeners to adopt stubborn gladness as a practice to find small moments of joy and resilience. Maggie also provides a call to action for listeners to reflect on their unique interpretations of stubborn gladness and participate in the community through her Substack.

00:00 Welcome to the Stubborn Gladness Podcast

00:37 Introduction to Stubborn Gladness

02:10 Personal Journey and Challenges

02:46 Choosing Stubborn Gladness

06:35 The Power of Finding Joy in Hard Times

08:33 Reflections

10:47 Conclusion and Staying Connected

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Produced by Maggie Hollinbeck, all rights reserved.

Music by Dmytro Kuvalin from Pixabay.

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