Ever noticed trees uprooted? This usually happens because the tree faced bad weather or storms. But trees don't fall because of one incident, in most cases... they fall because they aren't healthy. Their roots are not strong. Pests have infested their leaves or bark. They haven't had enough water or nutrition from the soil. Someone built a home right next to the tree, and the building process damaged the root system. See the connection spiritually??? That's what this episode is all about... so start listening! Follow me at gratitudecup.com for more.

What's distracting you spiritually today? If you're pursuing God, there will likely be some obstacles in your path. Some of those obstacles are distractions. In this episode, I share a little about my current spiritual journey and how God has been equipping me to surrender to Him and to grow closer to Him through removing distractions. If you're struggling with following God wholeheartedly or with discerning His will, this episode is for you! Be sure to follow me at GratitudeCup.com.

Needs. Wants. What's the difference? Can God meet all my needs--really? Has He? Can I trust Him? Contemplating these things today. Contemplate with me. And follow me at gratitudecup.com.

In this podcast episode, I look back at the past decade of my life (and my daughter's life). Reflecting helps me review how I've spent my time. The moments which stand out are most likely moments when I was fully present. If I'm fully present, I look back with gratitude, joy, and love rather than regret.  I hope this episode helps you live a more wabi sabi life :).  Follow me at gratitudecup.com for more.

Have a whining problem? Or know someone who does? I used to whine often... in my own head. I rarely let it come out of my mouth, but I marinated in whining thoughts and negativity. When I started practicing gratitude, I recognized this and wanted to change. I share two ways I became less whiny... and if you're a parent, I think you might need this one.  Be sure to follow gratitudecup.com for great content around gratitude.

When a landowner wants to create the right landscape, conducive to growing strong trees or beautiful flora and fauna, what steps does he take? How does he create the right habitat to attract the right species? What must he do to clean up invasive species? Think about this in terms of your spiritual landscape. How can you make your soul a better place to reside?  Spend 10 minutes reflecting on this with me.  For more, visit gratitudecup.com.

From an introvert who works remotely, I have to confess there ARE benefits to face-to-face interactions with others, whether in the workplace, at your place of worship, or in Twelve-Step recovery. Today's podcast episode is all about that.  Would love to hear how F2F time benefits you. Connect with me at gratitudecup.com and complete a contact form to share your own insights on this topic, or follow GratitudeCup on Facebook.

Recently, a conversation with my therapist had me contemplating... which comes first? A sense of purpose, or my ability to be fully present in the moment? Does one cause the other?  I mull this over in this podcast episode and offer one surefire way to produce both of these positive feelings/outcomes. Be sure to check out my blog, books, and more at gratitudecup.com.

Do you ever worry-think? Do you even know what that is? Here's my guess: 100% of you worry-think.  Find out what it is and how to STOP doing it in this episode. For more on gratitude, visit my blog.

Prone to beating yourself up, dwelling on past mistakes, or struggling with forgiving yourself? This one's for you. For more on gratitude, spirituality, and recovery, check out my blog at gratitudecup.com.