64 | Holiday Stress? Why Gratitude is the Answer for Peace this Thanksgiving

About this episode

This episode discusses the importance of gratitude in reducing stress and preparing for Thanksgiving, especially for adoptive mothers.

As we head into Thanksgiving, today’s episode is all about preparing our heart posture for gratitude. Whether you’re excited to gather with family, feeling conflicted about plans, or navigating the unique layers of adoptive motherhood during the holidays — this conversation is for you. In today’s episode, we discuss: Why gratitude rewires your brain and reduces stress The spiritual side of thankfulness and how it recenters your heart Five simple gratitude habits you can start today (no extra time required!) Your Thanksgiving doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s. Messy, quiet, chaotic, emotional, or simple — it’s okay. God is with you in your season, and there is always something to be thankful for right here, right now. Happy Thanksgiving to all of my lovely mamas out there! Snag your FREE devotional for our advent series beginning December 3rd! Book a Coaching Call -> HERE Contact - > Carly@adoptivemomlife.com Podcast -＞ bit.ly/adoptivemomlifepodcast Private FB Group -＞ bit.ly/adoptivemomlife Become an Insider - > AMLInsider Next Steps: Step 1: Join the private community with other adoptive moms looking for support and camaraderie at Adoptive Mom Life. Step 2: Sign…

People in this episode

Host: Carly

Topics covered

• gratitude
• Thanksgiving
• adoptive motherhood
• stress reduction
• spirituality

Keywords

• gratitude
• Thanksgiving
• adoptive motherhood
• stress
• thankfulness
• habits
• devotional

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