I used to live with the mindset that having "eternal optimism" would help me feel better and be better in life, until I realized that it was actually hurting me. In fact, I felt a deep void in my life because my optimistic attitude was forced and wasn't actually helping me feel better. It wasn't until I realized that it's okay to recognize and experience the hurt and pain that comes from a "season of suck" that I began to find joy and peace, despite my circumstances.
Today, we're talking about what it means to find gratitude in a challenging season. It's not intuitive, and it can feel uncomfortable. But the result produces endurance, joy, peace, hope, and so much more.
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