Pasta Sauce Epiphany: How a Simple Meal Unlocked My Life's Purpose & Gratitude! with Chris Schembra Impact Driven Leader Podcast

In this week’s episode of Impact Driven Leader, Tyler spoke with the founder and Chief Question Asker of the 7:47 Gratitude Experience™, Chris Schembra. Chris shares his journey, highlighting how hosting pasta dinners became a catalyst for change, not just for himself, but for a growing community seeking connection and understanding. We explore the power of gratitude, the importance of empathy, and the healing potential of sharing a meal, as Chris reveals how these elements combined to reshape his perspective on life and forge a path toward healing and happiness.

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What Was Discussed:

00:00 Intro
02:48 What is gratitude?
04:34 Being grateful in the present moment
09:11 Who is Chris?
14:09 The 747 story
17:04 Connection and gratitude
20:50 Why pasta sauce?
26:07 The power of eating together
30:57 What is empathy?
37:15 “People have less differences than we are alike…”
38:48 Go out and be grateful first
41:07 Falling out of love with gratitude
48:19 Leaving a positive impact