Podcast
Gratitude Journal
Hosted by Matthew Stark · EN
Brief, introspective musings on the human condition, all designed to find a better way to be grateful for the things that we already have!
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C'mon...Let's Gaman
4d ago00:14:14Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Matthew talks about accidentally finding the Japanese concept of 'gaman'...how Fr. Fick showed him it, indirectly, years ago...and why it's imperative that he try to practice it.
Transcribe →The View From The Island
Apr 1800:18:58Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Matthew struggled to keep it together on a day-to-day basis. The island beckons.
Transcribe →Just Wait It'll Change
Apr 400:18:39Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Matthew gets stuck on the idea of 'impermanence', and wonders if anything can free the wheel from spinning in the mud.
Transcribe →Just A Little Pat
Mar 1000:22:35Tap to summarizeMatthew ruminates on how a slight grain of acknowledgement can sometimes make all the difference. Got a comment or a thought? Email: TheGratitudeJournal@proton.me
Transcribe →Lend A Hand
Feb 700:19:23Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Matthew 'gets a hand' from a stranger...and wonders if he can reciprocate. Get in touch with Matthew: TheGratitudeJournal@proton.me
Transcribe →For Whom The Church Bell Tolls
Jan 1800:23:41Tap to summarizeIn this 2026 episode, Matthew speaks at length about fraught relationships, spiritual darkness, and the need to pay heed to the sound of the bell.
Transcribe →Hope For The Best, Prepare For The Worst
Dec 3100:23:13Tap to summarizeI'll let you decide as to whether or not 2025 was good or awful. Here's to a better 2026!
Transcribe →No Tricks Up My Sleeve
Nov 2300:19:25Tap to summarizeNo, Matthew is not dead! Matthew discusses acquaintances who come out of the woodwork, blowing leaves, and the need for (finally!) sleep.
Transcribe →Ants In Your Pants
Aug 2400:21:14Tap to summarizeWhat can creepy-crawlies teach us about 'gratitude'? Matthew shares his fear for them, and how it helped him move in the direction (cautiously) of thanksgiving. (eek)
Transcribe →Wanna Do A Loop?
Jul 600:18:39Tap to summarizeThat's what we called 'a walk' in the seminary! Excuse the Hokas grinding against the cement! Matthew takes a jaunt around the neighborhood, in search of being grateful for an event long after it already happened. Strange, huh? No, not really. Bring your sunglasses and SPF-40!
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