035 When Gratitude Feels Forced: Finding Thanks in the Mess
Update: 2025-12-09
Description
When life feels heavy, gratitude can feel fake. Let’s talk about finding real, grounded thankfulness in the middle of the mess.
What You’ll Learn
Memorable Quotes
Key Scripture
“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (NIV)
Reflection / Journal Prompt for the Week
What’s one small mercy you can thank God for today — even in the middle of what’s still hard?
One Tiny Step for the Week
Write down one moment each day that made you breathe easier, even for a second. That’s where real gratitude begins.
Resources
Credits
Host: April Aramanda
Podcast: The Invisible Illness Club
Music: Audio Jungle
Learn more: theinvisibleillnessclub.com
What You’ll Learn
- Why “toxic gratitude” makes hard days harder
- The difference between pretending and practicing gratitude
- Gentle journal prompts for finding small joys
- How faith helps you hold gratitude and pain at the same time
Memorable Quotes
- “Gratitude doesn’t erase pain — it makes room for hope.”
- “It’s not about being thankful for the pain. It’s about noticing what still holds.”
- “You can be angry, tired, and grateful all at once.”
- “Gratitude doesn’t have to be loud — sometimes it’s a whisper: ‘I’m still here.’”
Key Scripture
“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” — 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (NIV)
Reflection / Journal Prompt for the Week
What’s one small mercy you can thank God for today — even in the middle of what’s still hard?
One Tiny Step for the Week
Write down one moment each day that made you breathe easier, even for a second. That’s where real gratitude begins.
Resources
- The Rest Without Guilt Checklist -
A simple, honest look at how to rest before you crash using a one-page checklist that helps you check in with your body, your mind, and your real capacity.
- Gratitude Prompt for the Hard Days— A super simple daily reflection to help you notice what’s still good, even on low-energy days.
- The Joy Journal — A gentle guided journal with short prompts to help you rediscover joy one small moment at a time
Credits
Host: April Aramanda
Podcast: The Invisible Illness Club
Music: Audio Jungle
Learn more: theinvisibleillnessclub.com
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