Finding Gratitude in Everyday Moments: A Journey with Smoothies and Showers

Dr. Laurie Marbas Podcast

Good morning, everyone! In today's episode, I shared a profound realization I had during my morning walk. Despite the rain, I found myself deeply grateful for the simple invention of the umbrella, which led me down a rabbit hole of thoughts about gratitude for everyday items and experiences. I discussed how ordinary events, like making a smoothie, can foster gratitude and happiness. By dissecting the components of my smoothie, I realized the immense journey each ingredient takes to reach me, from the blueberries sourced from Maine to the Vitamix blender and the electricity that powers it. This reflection made me appreciate the interconnectedness of everything in my life. I also shared personal anecdotes from my time deployed and a missionary trip to rural Africa, highlighting how these experiences taught me to appreciate simple luxuries like showers. These moments of gratitude have helped me cultivate a mindset of contentment and joy. I emphasized the importance of using daily practices to foster gratitude, which in turn enhances life satisfaction, emotional resilience, and positive relationships. By shifting our focus to the positive and being present in the moment, we can find happiness in the simplest of things. I encouraged listeners to experiment with acts of kindness and mindfulness, such as allowing someone ahead in line or paying for a stranger's coffee, without expecting anything in return. These small actions can promote a sense of abundance and joy. Lastly, I updated everyone on my well-being challenge, sharing my progress with step counts, journaling, and reflections. I am excited to see how this journey unfolds over the next 30 days. Thank you all for being here and allowing me to share this time with you. I hope you find these insights helpful and that they bring more happiness and gratitude into your lives. Don't forget to check out the vegan bundle link in the show notes for some amazing plant-based resources. Have a blessed day! To work with me: https://www.drmarbas.com/ A Big Thank You To Our Sponsors: If you want to work with the best Whole Foods plant-based body recomposition coach, I highly recommend checking out what www.fitvegancoaching.com offers. I did their program and was able to lose 7% of body fat, build lean muscle, and improve my running time. As a loyal subscriber, you get $250 savings on their coaching services. To learn plant-based cooking and get your medical questions answered, join The Healing Kitchen, taught by Brittany Jaroudi and me! Click here to learn more: https://www.drmarbas.com/the-healing-kitchen