gratefulness

A reflection and meditation on gratefulness in the midst of suffering.
Song: "With Eyes Open," by Cathartic Fall -- check him out on Spotify or KZbin:
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[@TheJacobdclarke]

I am grateful for my God, for His love for me, for the gift of Jesus He gave to me. I am grateful for my wife, the rock she is never changing, never swaying, always loving in everything she does in who she is. I am grateful for her till the end of my days. I am grateful for my kids,

[@starangel8748]

You have no idea how safe i feel whenever i watch your videos. Your videos are like a safe haven for me. I love you so much. This video gave me a much needed cry. I cried after so many months. I feel so good after crying. Thank you so much.

[@breeaneem7386]

Same bruh I wanna like tell him all my deepest darkest secrets 😂

[@hereigoagain04]

Thank you! I needed this. This is the first set of holidays without my parents who passed away this year and my first Thanksgiving that I had with my former spouse following a divorce (to support each other as we put our daughter first in parenting). So many difficult, overwhelming emotions this Thanksgiving.

[@MatthiasJBarker]

Thank you for sharing this with me, wishing you well today

[@slyraccoon]

Man. Words cannot express how this video made me feel. It really put into perspective all the people I love and how they make me feel, the struggles i've gone through and came out alive and just the person I wanna be in a few years. Thank you for this, I was in tears by the end. No video like this has ever invoked such strong emotions out of me.

[@jessicaray7507]

Matthias, what a FANTASTIC guided meditation. I - tears roll down my cheeeks. Words are not forming yet. I’m a writer- and the block has hit. So many lightbulbs! ⚡️ 💡

[@jessicakessel3191]

I find it daily so hard to be grateful, but I have so much I should be for. I survived him walking out. I survived being a single mother. I survived two pregnancy losses. I survived be told I wasn’t good enough. I conquered and rose above each time. I have powered through and not given in. I am grateful for my husband, my children, my family and friends, and the successful career I have built.

[@Candi8585]

I was not expecting that kind of emotional release. I think I will keep this video and use it when I feel bogged down. It really did help bring me to the present, where I have fought so hard to be. When you fight your whole life, sometimes you don't see that you can stop fighting. You don't hear the battle cry that the war is over. You continue to find something or someone to fight because you feel as though if you ever stop, you may not be able to fight if it's needed again. Thank you for reminding me that I slayed my dragon, and I am home with my family and safe.

[@marynormal478]

Wasn’t ready for this emotional roller coaster but man did I need it

[@benzpajat]

I’m a 20 y.o graduate student and just started working and even though everything is going great, there is some emotional depth that no one understands yet what I’m going through…nothing more important than feels this beautiful peace from video/ like this that helps me feel at ease!! Thankful for peaceful contents like this God bless you brother.

[@Rachhhell]

I guess I clicked on this video for a reason. That meditation brought me to tears. I’m not one for meditation but that just brought out all of the emotions I’ve been suppressing lately. Thank you.

[@savannahlacey3357]

I’m sorry you had a headache in this video, but it reminded me that no matter how I FEEL, I can still be grateful for what I have. You’re seriously the best! Thank you for being so soothing.

[@MatthiasJBarker]

Thank you! Yes!!

[@chelsealeigh2417]

That was beautiful ❤ I wasn't expecting the little emotional twist at the end. I felt so seen, and I cried. I am grateful for your channel. Thank you so much.

[@tacianomm]

Just cried my heart out here. Thank you! 🙏

[@marisaharmer7947]

Wow. Am not normally one for meditation but this was perfect. Short, sweet with a sublime musical score.

[@rebekahelliott6143]

I almost broke down and cried I think out of relieving myself from the pain before the last breath. Thank you

[@Staycensored_]

Thank you I needed this I was suppressing so many emotions and this jus brought out and that is something I AM grateful for thank you again

[@rickysmith2029]

this was amazing! Please do more videos like this one!

[@malindanowakowski5931]

You have no idea how much I needed to hear this right now. It’s 4am and I’m a complete sobbing mess. This has impacted me so much. Thank you

[@amberocean4604]

Your voice is calming me down. You can discuss anything. I listen to u to sleep now. Bless you and all your family

[@brookegatlin7742]

Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. James 1:2-5 This is my absolute favorite bible verse and seems fitting for the subject. Thank you Matthias. I am 30 years old and have been in therapy off and on for 10 years dealing with a lot of childhood trauma. I have never meditated before and this video has reminded me once again of the purpose I have found in my pain. Please keep making content. You are going to do remarkable things. God bless.

[@huntermartin2897]

I broke down mid meditation because when I thought of those I felt secure and accepted around I felt so disconnected from them. It really exposed a reality I was ignoring about my current situation and I just wanted to say thank you. These videos mean more than I can express

[@izam1832]

i'm so so so thankful we all found you.

[@victorcheco6816]

Love this video. Please keep doing meditation video's. And never stop making video's that change people lives. Keep making the world a better place.

[@TheBoRa1991]

I held my emotions until this part 10:25 then I burst into tears! Thank you for this meditation; I will add this video to my daily routine. ❤️

[@montycarlo888]

I know I'm seven months late but that taught me alot. I feel better about what in life is next to come, cause I'll always remember this video.

[@VisceralVyper]

I say thank you from the bottom of my heart as this helped reassure me of many things throughout each breath. You're an extremely good person and i appreciate every video you make no matter how many people they reach. It's not that you're a life saver, instead your advice and insight into the emotional functionality of those around us clears the complexities of life away, which helps so much to be able to clear my mind and see that life isn't as bad as our minds make it out to be. We can make it easier for ourselves by understanding how we feel in certain moments, as well as what actions to take in order to ensure we progress.

[@aliasreed1266]

Mathias thank you so mich for what you do.... you have helped me so mich in the past months an have gave me the tools to better myself.... you are the best kind of human

[@CatharticFall]

Beautiful video. Thank you for making such useful content for all of us.

[@MatthiasJBarker]

Wouldn’t be the same without your song! Thank you brother!

[@miriro21]

Yes! Beautiful meditation and song💛. Tremendous gratitude to you both🙏.

[@angelaalvarez3491]

The music was angelic. Is it available where could I find it!?

[@kristys1073]

You are incredible!! You have no idea how just a few mins of listening to you speak and my whole mood have shifted to a positive one. Never stop making videos... This is absolutely amazing... Thank you for taking the time to share this with us.

[@Checkersss]

This meditation made me cry

[@Nebella]

I love how personal and up close you are with us, your energy is very calming, along with your insight is very enlightening and I love listening to you😊 thank you for being so one on one making it feel as if you are talking just to me❤️ you are great at what you do🤗

[@reenawalters7846]

Recently started listening to you. Tarter with your first KZbin and working my way forward. This has been the best one yet. “Coming back home to Self” the meditation is great. Do more of these please. Thank you Matthias 😊

[@Jenroo75]

Im so thankful for you and this video! Your voice brings so much comfort. Please keep doing more meditation videos, love listening to you with my kids as well. My son especially needs more positive male role models, this is perfect..thank you!❤

[@aaron636r]

You are an amzing human with great talent. Nobody has been able to get thru to me or make me feel "helped" more than you do. May you and your family be blessed...as you have blessed so many others. You are appreciated... -Aaron

[@Elmntalchemist]

Thank you for your videos ... They are truely a gift!

[@alorahodgins936]

I listen to your work to go to sleep, and it's honestly helped me so much. as a psychology buff and someone who struggles with a lot of issues you speak on-- with your incredibly soothing voice, mind you-- I appreciate you so much. AND! definitely make a podcast! I would listen every single week, just like I've found myself checking in on your videos :)

[@Anymiese]

Thankyou. In these times 12minute video’s can change lives.

[@the06waves]

I havent cried so much in 10 minutes in a long time. I started thinking of my best friend, she was the only one i could think of that i dont feel judged by and that i always feel in the moment with, and truly loved by. I think I started crying at the fact that my mind went to her first before my significant other, or any of my family or other friends. Thank you Matthias.

[@flam1ngoman]

I really needed this let out some needed tears, I really am grateful for so much the people I love especially, even you thank you

[@chrisslavens3423]

Thank you Matthias.

[@shortprobsshortstories5201]

I felt so in the way today like all I could do was make it worse. I’m also struggling with a concussion that made me so nauseous today. So I finally secluded to my bedroom. I needed to feel safe, to breathe, to cry, just....be....really be. I didn’t hesitate to go to your page I knew exactly what I wanted to listen to. I am grateful that I am strong enough to be here in this moment. You reminded me that it’s okay to not be okay, but it’s also good to try to look at the bad and pull the good from it, to have the strength to not be swallowed by the darkness. To acknowledge it but not let it rule you. I am grateful that I am alive. You help make that not sound cheesy. Thank you for being real and giving others the space to be real too.

[@drewwelty1967]

I’m a therapist in training (working on my master’s right now) and discovered you on tik tok haha. Good to see another male therapist once and a while. I don’t see many in my program.

[@philsgaming6027]

Also, this one in particular really touched me - especially near the end. A really nice approach to mindfulness that allowed me to connect to my thoughts, feelings, and emotions. It wasn't just about being in the present and having an awareness. Noticing just my breath or the things around me and accepting it. It tapped much deeper into the self and understanding. It brought out emotion, allowed me to safely feel it, and also find gratitude. Thank you.

[@mzparanorml]

This was exactly what I needed today. Do you mind sharing suggestions for other mindfulness videos you find helpful?

[@ericasskin]

Thank you Matthias! I’ve just recently had a break up and this meditation really put things in perspective and touched my soul. I really appreciate your content. Please make more like this

[@lukehenige658]

You have no idea how much these videos comfort me and help me push through. I truly from the bottom of my heart thank you. This video and this little exercise gave me the chills and just really put me into this moment and appreciating right here and right now. I really needed this

[@justinrudolph7232]

As a fellow psychotherapist I find your videos helpful for my practice as well as personally. Thanks!

[@leeann5841]

I cried so hard during this

[@jannan.3456]

Thanks for everything you do. Very grateful for your videos!

[@jumanatoukan4241]

Honestly, amazing. I’ve been having a rough week with anxiety and stress and last night I randomly saw ur video on tiktok and your voice just calmed me so much. I would love it if you could make a video talking about mental health , anxiety and just how to not be so hard on ourselves with overthinking ect. It would help a lot 🙏🏼 love all your talks tho.

[@maryphoenix_girl6481]

Thank you. You helped me get to know how to be gratefull for something or someone. It's something that I need, to be able to stop being so selfish sometimes and think, just think about others and what I have that some people don't have :)

[@londoneleanore720]

I’ve been going through so much as of late, I’ve been to the hospital for suicidal ideation 4 times now, I’ve tried maybe 4 medications and about 5 therapists and 1 psychiatrist, I’ve been through so much abuse but about two years ago I opened my heart and my mind and grew to understand how to love, it’s by no means perfect now but it’s the most comfortable I’ve been feeling and processing thoughts about anything and this year the person that let me open back up broke up with me and I can’t eat or really sleep anymore and each day I’m grateful that I haven’t killed myself but I’m scared of the change that’s happening in my life right now.

[@jwgaard9267]

Matthias, thank you so much for these beautiful videos.

[@jenniferpineda9177]

I’ve had a tough week and you really helped me with this I had tears during the meditation

[@WhidbeyGaming]

Beautiful. Just beautiful.

[@traceyduffer3115]

So thankful i found you on tik tok. You have truly made a difference in my life. So glad you share content that is wholesome and welcoming. 💜 You are truly a safe space for so many who don't have that in anyone or anywhere else. THANK YOU

[@xxthedreamsmpsimpxx1538]

I agree with everyone. Thank you for this. I had so much stress built up and I didn't know how bad I needed this until I meditated and at the end the tears just rolled down my face. 💕

[@aliciacasta4771]

I needed that thank you. It’s seems harder the older I get to remember these things

[@cieranicola31]

I’m so grateful that I decided to watch this after my morning worship. God aligned both messages around being grateful. I was surprised how many emotions came up for me. I am grateful for the part you played in this emotional/spiritual healing 🙏🏽❤️

[@littlebigstorieswithmarcus4071]

You are an amazing human. ❤️ ty 🙏🏻

[@mariaferrodriguez]

stages watching this video: 1. so excited for a new video of matthias! i think a gratefulness video might do me well. 2. CRAP! it's meditation... (the one I've bee running from after months) that's probably why the girl from matthias' ig stories was crying.. but i don't think it's that serious 3. (end of the video) (crying) i needed this SO bad

[@gauripandya9795]

Thank you🌹

[@dec197930]

Thank you so much I really appreciate it you , I cry with the meditation but it did help me open my eyes on how strong I really I’m thank you

[@Tyler-ti9hn]

Thank you.

[@chadglidden2606]

Gratitude. I’m grateful to have found you on TikTok.

[@kassygendron3022]

Thank you so much.

[@katieziegler939]

So so good Matthias. Thank you

[@MatthiasJBarker]

Thank you Katie!!

[@christyhubanks5138]

Thank you!!

[@yayitsmadi]

I really really needed this video today. Thank you!

[@jumbo1125]

I love this video, thank you 😍

[@Cathleen06751]

Thank you

[@kelseywatts3428]

I love your videos and they teach me so much, Thankyou

[@hanktadaa]

Thank you for making this video man. I hope this touches and helps others like mine did.

[@EvinRattner]

What a gift you have. Thanks for this. 🍁

[@xbubblesx90]

You’re amazing, don’t ever stop making content. I could listen to you for hours on end. I am grateful for you! Thank you 😊

[@juniorgarcia4307]

Thank you for your videos, ive felt like I had alot bottled up but really couldn't release any of it no matter how much I tried. I feel like I got alot out of you video. Thank you!

[@salvadorjuarezjr4077]

Matthias, i cant thank you enough for this, this made me realize so much, and made me feel a rollercoaster of emotions, but it was so worth it, thank you man❤️

[@dominiquecoleman8092]

I'm so grateful my friend told me about you 💞💞

[@melaniejayne1994]

Thank you. For this. For every other video you have made. It has made a great impact on me. You've changed and altered my view on myself and my experiences by showing me how to overcome them. I'm grateful to have found you. 💕

[@JO091715]

Thanks man, this was great and so needed for me.

[@kimberlybondad8723]

This was just what I needed today. I cried so hard and felt so much better after this. Perfect for watching on Thanksgiving especially after all that’s happened in 2020. Thank you for your work ❤️

[@MatthiasJBarker]

I’m so glad it was helpful!!

[@MultiAnaBear]

Oh man, this helped me so much. I think we would all love more meditation walk throughs from you! I personally feel more in tune with myself when someone walks me through it. Love your content! 💜

[@aliasreed1266]

Mathias you have giving me such an amazing new look on life an forever grateful for you happy Thanksgiving giving bro keep the words coming

[@baehlar9077]

I seriously needed this message. Thank you, brother. I'm very grateful for you. ♥🙏

[@irucin3209]

Thank you Matthias for the amazing little message again :). I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving! Never forget how awesome you are and definitely do not forget to treat yourself with the same kindest you give others, you deserve it ^_^.

[@Virulencexx93]

I really can't get over your videos and talks. I've listened to you enough that MY therapist knows all about you 😂

[@chantyv3614]

Thank you so much for this.

[@zx7zx8zx9]

I’m in the introspection for myself. Lots of things happened. Feel bad n lost my truly myself. Because I have a someone who I really care about n concerned. But I did something stupid n immature interactive with her. Even I didn’t mean to. I know it is something always happens for a reason. So fortunately I find out your series of video. It really helps n great! could learn from it! Be more flexible n sympathy. Thank you for your video! Happy thanksgiving. Repair my confidence n rebuilding a connection with her. It is what I want to do.

[@leticiazuniga4755]

❤

[@aaliyaanwaja6727]

This was beautiful. Thank you so much

[@saraibr411]

Thank you for such a great content, this vedio is much needed and your voice is very soothing. God bless you

[@eljayelia8274]

Bro, i really loved your contents! Thank you for bringing this to us, watching here from Philippines.

[@justincomiskey5162]

Love the content Matthias. I'm glad you've found such success recently. Your videos are usually exactly what I need to hear that day. Anyway, tell me, what books do you recommend for people interested in some of the topics you've covered recently, like relationships, gracefulness and forgiveness etc?

[@yvoneechavez718]

Thank you for this ❤️

[@kizz8262]

thank you, I needed this. I never cryed in a meditation. a good kind of cry haha ! I hope you will be able to have some rest soon!

[@JO091715]

I have to admit. I listen to this over and over again when needed. I wonder if you have more or could do some other meditations?

[@PlagueJ]

Not sure if you covered this...but how do I learn to love myself again? Feels like years since I've felt any confidence

[@Choco_peace]

So calming and love the content 😊

[@rosieaguayo9493]

this is what I needed, thank you for this :)

[@kaitlinedwards5218]

I was talking to this person about my depression and I was told "Either just get over it and move on or if you dont want to live anymore. Just kill yourself." After this video, I'm more grateful Im still here. Ive worked hard for everything I have. I've worked hard to be here. Thank you for reminding me of everything I have to be grateful for

[@sahibnanda5259]

Hey Mathhias, love your content, its helped me and i’m sure others in many ways. Can you please upload your meditation audio that plays in the background? Its really calming and fulfilling :)