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!
10episodes
Episodes
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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!
Transcribe →Train Whistle Blues
Apr 21, 202500:21:06Tap to summarizeIn this audio/video episode, Matthew reveals an honest assessment of his current mental state...and how something as simple as a train whistle can hopefully re-center us, amongst the daily chaos.
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