280 // Is A Gratitude List Really Worth The Effort? (Gratitude Over Grumbling PT 7)

2025-12-17

Get ready for the New Year with my favorite: The Hope Planner. Episode 280 // One of the most common things that people recommend when you’re trying to grow in gratitude is… a gratitude list. But is it worth the effort? I’ve been a counselor for over 15 years. I’ve seen people use gratitude lists well and use them poorly. It’s not a magic wand, but it does have the potential to create big change in your heart. So today, I want to share some encouragement for HOW to do a gratitude list in a way that is worth your ef...

Get ready for the New Year with my favorite: The Hope Planner.

Episode 280 // One of the most common things that people recommend when you’re trying to grow in gratitude is… a gratitude list.

But is it worth the effort?

I’ve been a counselor for over 15 years. I’ve seen people use gratitude lists well and use them poorly. It’s not a magic wand, but it does have the potential to create big change in your heart.

So today, I want to share some encouragement for HOW to do a gratitude list in a way that is worth your effort! Let’s grow in God’s biblical command to “Rejoice always, pray continually, and give thanks in all circumstances.”

Let’s dive in, friend. Welcome to Part 7 of our series on Gratitude Over Grumbling.

hugs & blessings,

Jess

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