Let’s Acknowledge the Hard Stuff These past months and years have challenged so many of us. Uncertainty, division, burnout, and loss weigh heavily on our shoulders. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, drained, and disconnected in a world that feels like it’s spinning faster than we can keep up. But in the middle of difficulty, there is always something we can return to: gratitude.   Why Gratitude Now? Gratitude isn’t about ignoring reality or pretending everything is perfect. It’s