54 episodes in 52 weeks?! Yep, we did that! While each episodes had it's own separate topic, there was one theme, one takeaway that tied all episodes together! Do you think you know what I wanted "The Big Takeaway" to be? Take a listen to this last episode to confirm your thoughts! Thank you for an incredible ride!

As we bring National Gratitude Month to an end,  I want to share a story that I absolutely love as a reminder that our perspective is the answer to any test we encounter in life!

With Thanksgiving hitting us tomorrow, I imagine a lot of us are looking forward to not only the food and the time with family and loved ones, but also being able to share what we are truly thankful for. I know at some of our gatherings, we will give space for everyone to say what they’re most thankful for. If you participate in this activity before, during, or after the meal, you’ll hear about some pretty amazing things, both big and small. And even more than that, I’m sure that just by hearing others share their gratitude and thankfulness, we all will walk away a little lighter in our spirits. So my question to you today is: How do we keep this thankfulness and gratitude going, even when we leave our respective gatherings? Take a listen...I think I have an idea 

This month, we have already talked about why it’s important and how gratitude plays a huge role in bringing a deeper feeling of satisfaction and ultimately, have a positive impact on our psychological, physical, and personal well being. This week, I am going to give you a few affirmations that can help you stay in spot of gratitude.

"When it comes to life, the critical thing is whether you take things for granted or take them with gratitude." - G.K. Chesterton

It's still November, which means it's still National Gratitude Month! So this week, I'd like to offer up a guided meditation that can help us appreciate the little things in life. Remember, when we truly embrace gratitude, we can quickly shift our focus from the negative to the positive things in our lives. Learning to be grateful helps us appreciate the little things in life that we tend to take for granted, which in turn, brings about a deep feeling of satisfaction that fulfills and nourishes us. It is my belief that if we paint our lives with gratitude, our lives will become the masterpiece we truly desire to see.

As Halloween gives way to November, I automatically begin to think of Thanksgiving and while Thanksgiving is probably the most famous day of the month, did you know the the entire month of November is actually U.S. National Gratitude Month? So there's no need to hold back that gratitude until the 24th, let's get into all month...and hopefully, develop a consistent, deeper, and intentional practice of gratitude for the rest of our lives. 

This week, we look at the words of a 2 year old preacher from years ago that are relevant now and forever! I truly believe that by learning to focus on ourselves more often and more intentionally, we can unlock new levels of contentment, fulfillment, and sustainable happiness!

Fair warning, but today's episode may not start off as the typical upbeat message, but this shift doesn't take away from the facts and message! Memento Mori, Memento Vivere, and Carpe Diem! 

This week, we take the words of two famous poets, mix in some real world examples, and discuss the power that lies within chasing our dreams! 

A man walks into a car repair shop, looking for help with jumpstarting his motivation. No, its not a joke! So what does the car battery, starter, and alternator have to do with motivation? It may sound weird but it definitely makes sense to me! Take a listen and tell me if you agree. Meditation portion begins at the 1:40 mark for future reference :-)