Gratitude in the Chaos: Marriage, Motherhood & a Different Way to See Your Life // 11

What if gratitude isn’t fluffy Pinterest quotes but actual warfare against overwhelm, bitterness, and resentment in your home? In this episode, Elyse and Michelle talk about choosing gratitude in the real chaos of marriage, motherhood, laundry piles, and holiday pressure.

From Thanksgiving reflections to PTSD recovery, negative-thinking ruts, and husbands who “miss” the sink, they unpack how simple gratitude habits can rewire your brain, soften your heart, and shift the atmosphere in your home—without pretending everything is fine when it’s not.

Key Takeaways

• Gratitude is not toxic positivity; it’s a biblical, practical weapon against bitterness, anxiety, and constant negativity.

• Simple practices (like three things you’re thankful for about your husband or kids) can reframe your day and your marriage.

• How shifting from “have to” to “get to” in chores and motherhood changes your posture toward your home and your people.

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