A self-taught decorative artist who, as a single mother, built her business into a nationally recognized company with projects published in every major design magazine in the US. Her new memoir, “This or Something Better” takes an unflinching look at early abuse and its effects. Readers learn how nature guided and empowered her successful career. What you will find out: How can cultivating gratitude help us cope with past traumas and trust issues? In what ways does appreciation for our current circumstances open us up to new opportunities and goals? What role does vulnerability play in building trust and fostering gratitude in relationships? How can affirmations and visualization techniques enhance our sense of gratitude and help us achieve our desires? What is the significance of appreciating the journey toward our goals rather than just focusing on the end results? Resources: Elisa's website: https://elisastancillevine.com Get 40% off with your subscription at earthbreeze.com/GRATITUDE Get 20% off your first order of Liquid I.V. when you go to https://www.liquid-iv.com/ and use code GRAT at checkout. Stay in touch on social: Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thegratitudepodcast/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/GeorgianBenta Facebook: http://facebook.com/TheGratitudePodcast/ What's your #1 takeaway from this interview? Would love to hear from you in the comments section on Spotify & Youtube! Chapters: 00:00:00 - Building Trust and Resilience We discuss affirmations in rebuilding trust after addiction, introduce Elisa Stencil Levine, and explore her background, early abuse, and resilience. 00:02:05 - Childhood Memories and Trauma Elisa shares her early memories, connection to nature, family challenges, and how childhood trauma shaped her understanding of trust and relationships. 00:10:27 - Confronting Life's Challenges We explore the impact of the 2017 fires on Elisa, her journey of rediscovering trust and vulnerability, and the role of gratitude in healing. 00:20:00 - Healing Through Affirmations and Community Elisa explains how affirmations helped her recover, highlights the healing power of volunteering, and emphasizes trusting the creative process. 00:27:24 - Trust, Gratitude, and Personal Growth We reflect on the interplay between trust, gratitude, and judgment, highlighting the importance of sharing stories to foster connection. 00:33:24 - Connection with Nature and Spirituality We share personal stories about nature's healing power, explore its role as a spiritual temple, and discuss the importance of gratitude. 00:40:07 - Manifestation and Accepting Abundance We emphasize the power of affirmations in manifesting desires, appreciating the journey, and learning to receive abundance in life. 00:51:11 - Closing Thoughts and Book Information We conclude the conversation by sharing details about Elisa’s book and how to connect online. Experience more abundance on georgianbenta.com/abundance Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
