Have you ever found yourself enveloped in the seemingly mundane, like a traffic jam, only to discover a hidden gem of beauty and calm within the chaos? I've had such an epiphany, and it's a tale I'm eager to share with you, one that dives into the surprisingly transformative power of gratitude. This episode of "My Humanity is Showing" is a heartfelt recounting of personal stories where gratitude became my North Star, guiding me through life's tumultuous seas to a place of serenity and connection.

As a podcaster, I walk the tightrope of sharing my narrative without turning the microphone into a pulpit. I'm not here to preach; rather, I'm opening the curtain to the struggles I face behind the scenes, from the vacuum of feedback to the fear of my words becoming mere echoes in a void. My aim? To resonate with you through raw, unfiltered reflections on human connection, mental health, and the potent combo of both during times when darkness seems to stretch its fingers a bit too far, like the holiday season.

This conversation is not just about the beauty of gratitude but the critical role it plays in our approach to life's runways—the angle of gratitude, if you will. By sharing my transition from the brink of despair to a place teeming with thankfulness, I invite you to consider opening your own windows, letting the light and air of connection disperse the shadows that might lurk within. No matter where your journey may take you, there's a seat for you here, where we find courage in our shared humanity and turn our collective gaze towards the horizon of hope.

NOTE: as an experiment, I am using the AI-produced description (paragraphs above). Definitely NOT something I would write: just curious what would happen if I use it…