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The Gratitude Through Hard Times Podcast

Life is hard. Connection makes it lighter.

Heart-centered conversations with the world's brightest minds about the people who shaped them, the failures that grew them, and the gratitude that carries them, so you can lead, love, and live more connected.

Hosted by Chris Schembra · Wall Street Journal bestselling author · Human connection keynote speaker

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Powerful questions. Deep conversations.

“If you could give credit or thanks to one person in your life that you don't give enough credit to, who would it be and why?”

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“Can you share a story about a failure you experienced and how it impacted your personal and professional growth?”

“How do you foster a sense of connection and engagement within your team or organization?”

“What piece of wisdom or advice do you find yourself sharing most often with others?”

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