E339. Thanksgiving Gratitude, Growth, and the People Who Helped You
Release Date: 11/27/2025
E340. Your Hero's Journey: Which Of The Stages Are You In?
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E339. Thanksgiving Gratitude, Growth, and the People Who Helped You
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Many of us are in seasons of change — different tables, new dynamics, empty chairs, or brand-new beginnings. But no matter what this year looks like, gratitude still belongs here. In this deeply personal Thanksgiving episode, April invites you to slow down, reflect, and find gratitude — even when life looks different. She opens up about vulnerability, growth, asking for help, and the power of gratitude — both for the people who carried you and for the resilient, evolving version of you. Through heartfelt storytelling, humor, and honesty, this episode reminds us that Thanksgiving isn’t...
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E338. Overwhelmed? Do these 5 things
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Ever look at your to-do list and think, ‘Cool, I’ll just clone myself and maybe then I’ll get it all done’? Yeah. Same. But here’s the truth — overwhelm isn’t a sign you’re doing too little. It’s a sign you’re doing too much of the wrong stuff. Let’s fix that. Feeling buried under your to-do list? You’re not alone — but you don’t have to live there. In this high-impact episode, April breaks down five simple, tactical moves that shift you from chaos to clarity. Whether you’re running a business, leading a team, or juggling it all, this episode will help you reclaim...
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E337. 5 Reasons New Hires Fail in Small Business (Part 2)
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E336. Bad Hires & Moving On Fast in Small Business (Part 1)
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E335. REP: Stop Judging Younger You: Lessons from Energy & Shadow Work
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E334. REP: Where Have I Given Away My Power?
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E332. Stop Settling: Hiring and Keeping A-Players in Your Small Business
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E331. Where Leaders Drop the Armor: Inside Collaborate 2025
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E330. REP: Your Boss Is an A-Hole, Entrepreneurism
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info_outlineMany of us are in seasons of change — different tables, new dynamics, empty chairs, or brand-new beginnings. But no matter what this year looks like, gratitude still belongs here.
In this deeply personal Thanksgiving episode, April invites you to slow down, reflect, and find gratitude — even when life looks different.
She opens up about vulnerability, growth, asking for help, and the power of gratitude — both for the people who carried you and for the resilient, evolving version of you.
Through heartfelt storytelling, humor, and honesty, this episode reminds us that Thanksgiving isn’t just about tradition — it’s about transformation, grace, and the gratitude that shapes who we become.
Key Takeaways
1️⃣ Gratitude for the People Who Carried You
You don’t have to do life alone. From friends who checked in to family who showed up, give thanks for those who carried you when you couldn’t carry yourself.
2️⃣ Gratitude for Yourself
Honor the version of you who kept going. The one who pivoted, built, broke, rebuilt, and still stood tall. You’ve done hard things — and you deserve thanks, too.
3️⃣ How Have You Grown?
Growth isn’t always loud or visible. Sometimes it’s in quiet courage, forgiveness, and boundaries that protect your peace.
4️⃣ What Did You Leave Behind?
Release what no longer serves you — outdated beliefs, unhealthy patterns, or impossible expectations. Freedom begins with letting go.
5️⃣ When Thanksgiving Looks Different
It’s okay if this year feels quieter, lonelier, or unrecognizable. Gratitude can live right alongside grief.
6️⃣ What Are You Stepping Into?
As the year ends, look forward: to courage, clarity, love, and trust. You don’t need the full map — just take the next right step.
7️⃣ Gratitude for the Journey — and for You
The good, the gritty, the growth — all of it shaped you. Celebrate the people who stayed, the lessons that came, and the strength you built along the way.
Quotes
“Gratitude grows when it’s spoken aloud. It spreads — it jumps to someone else.”
“Your story isn’t just about how strong you were. It’s about the people who helped you stay strong.”
“You’re allowed to grieve what was and still be grateful for what is.”
“What you release determines what you’re ready to receive.”
Reflection Prompts
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Who helped you through this season?
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What version of you deserves thanks?
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How have you grown this year — even when it wasn’t perfect?
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What are you finally releasing with gratitude?
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What are you stepping into as the year closes?
This Thanksgiving, may you celebrate the people who carried you, the growth that stretched you, and the journey that shaped you.
Take a breath. Look back with gratitude. Look forward with trust.
You’re not the same person you were a year ago — and that’s worth celebrating.
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