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Tina and Ann explore gratitude that tells the truth in crisis: not a list, but a lifeline beside cancer, caregiving, and long grief. Kara Lockwood’s story and Robert Emmons’ research anchor practical ways to find small joys that help us keep showing up.

• Cara Lockwood’s remission story and irreverent wisdom
• Robert Emmons’ research on gratitude and resilience
• Fake gratitude versus honest, wound-aware gratitude
• Tiny joys during treatments, caregiving and daily stress
• Holidays, nostalgia and shifting traditions after loss
• Building a psychological immune system with habits
• Boundaries, clarity and stepping away from toxicity
• Practical toolkit: one-line journal, gratitude texts, asking for help
• Agency and taking back ownership during hard seasons
• Grounding practice and closing words for weary hearts

You can reach Cara and her books at Tanamachi: Rom-Com Author & Your Next Great Read!

Robert Emmerson's website and books: Gratitude Works – Robert Emmons, Ph.D., Director

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