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Stoic Reminders for Thanksgiving | Gratitude, Forgiveness, and Amor Fati

Nov 27, 2024
Samantha Holiday, co-host of the Daily Dad podcast, shares her insights on mindfulness and gratitude, urging listeners to embrace these values not just on Thanksgiving, but year-round. Julia Baird, author of "Phosphorescence," discusses the importance of grace and forgiveness in our relationships. Together, they emphasize the transformative power of gratitude, the beauty of patience, and the role of awe in fostering empathy. They also encourage contributions to support those in need, highlighting how small acts of kindness can lead to significant impacts.
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  • Incorporating gratitude into daily life enhances personal well-being by transforming mundane tasks into opportunities for appreciation and mindfulness.
  • The philosophy of Amor Fati emphasizes embracing life's challenges as essential for growth, encouraging gratitude even in adversity.

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