Sara talks with writer and professor, Dr. Lynne Baab, who shares her wisdom on carrying both grief and gratitude in one's life. Lynne offers practical tips and advice for nurturing a gratitude practice, improving listening skills, and navigating difficult emotions such as sadness and anger. The conversation also delves into the challenges of receiving unsolicited advice and the importance of finding a supportive community.
Ep.133; June 20, 2023
Key Moments:
[2:46] Grief and gratitude both stretch you
[10:20] How we deny gratitude in our American culture
[14:28] Our perspective shift as Christians
[18:38] Prayer is key for grief and gratitude balance
[23:52] Listening is a skill that can improve
[30:49] Anger & sadness are taboo in Christian society
[33:51] Learning to listen and finding spiritual direction
Resources:
https://www.lynnebaab.com
Two Hands: Grief and Gratitude in the Christian Life by Lynne M. BaabJoy Together: Spiritual Practices for Your Congregation by Lynne M. BaabSabbath Keeping: Finding Freedom in the Rhythms of Restby Lynne M. Baab
Prayers of the Old Testament (LifeGuide Bible Studies) by Lynne M. Baab
Prayers of the New Testament (LifeGuide Bible Studies)by Lynne M. Baab
Grief AND thankfulness: How to Listen an article by Lynne M. Baab
*Lynne Baab has a friend who is expanding her spiritual direction practice, Lisa Keosababian. Lisa conducts spiritual direction by zoom, so location is no problem: https://www.spiritualdirectionwithlisa.com
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