Oprah's Super Soul Brother David Steindl-Rast: Happiness Begins with Gratitude
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Oct 30, 2017 Brother David Steindl-Rast, a Benedictine monk known for his teachings on grateful living, discusses the path to lasting joy. He emphasizes how gratitude can transform both joyful and difficult moments into opportunities for deeper appreciation. Brother David explores the relationship between gratitude, trust, and societal harmony, sharing insights on embracing love to overcome fear. He recounts personal stories from his life in Nazi-occupied Austria, illustrating that even in darkness, one can find gratitude and meaning by living in the present.
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Yearning for Joy
- All humans yearn for lasting happiness, which Brother David Steindl-Rast calls "joy".
- Joy is different from fleeting happiness and can exist even in unhappy times.
Grateful Living
- Practice grateful living by being grateful at all times, not just when good things happen.
- This allows you to experience the joy of gratefulness consistently, even during suffering.
Opportunity in Every Moment
- Be grateful for the opportunity life gives you at every moment, even during difficult times.
- Focus on enjoying simple things like having eyes and ears, instead of waiting until hardship strikes.