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138. The Gratitude Circle for Counselors: Finding Joy in the Work You Do
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- Nov 26, 2025
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Summary
Right before Thanksgiving, in the middle of progress reports, last-minute meetings, and all the pumpkin spice in the world, it can be easy to miss the small moments that actually fuel us. This episode is a gentle pause. A breath. A circle of gratitude created for you. I asked counselors in my Facebook groups what they are most grateful for, and their answers were pure joy, connection, and heart. Today I am sharing their stories, along with a few of my own, as a reminder that even in the chaos, the work you do every day truly matters. ✨ What You Will Hear in This Episode: Why the weeks before Thanksgiving feel especially heavy The power of stopping to notice the good A collective gratitude circle filled with counselor shared moments Students choosing time with their counselor as their reward Kids using calm down strategies and repeating your words back to you When a student calls you their trusted adult Why small wins often matter the most Real stories of connection from counsel…