Too often the holidays are fraught with high expectations to which we respond with anxiety, sadness, irritability, or simply fatigue.\u00a0 In order to experience something richer consider the purpose of this time; Perhaps it is God, your loved ones, or doing good for others in need.<\/p>\n
Next, make a conscious effort to turn down the volume on what is external to this purpose and amplify \u00a0what you would like the focus to be.\u00a0 Spend time with yourself and\u00ad\u00ad\u00ad\u00ad\u00ad tend to that which is important.\u00a0 Creating and practicing rituals helps us feel connected and keeps us in touch with what is truly important in our lives.\u00a0 Ask yourself if there is a tradition you have experienced or even heard about that you want to bring into your space or share with others.\u00a0 If none come to mind, consider listening to messages from nature, scripture, or others who grace your presence.\u00a0 Children are wonderful at reminding us of the simple pleasures we often miss in our rush.\u00a0 We just have to listen.\u00a0 Perhaps, from now on, you end the Christmas morning gift exchange by adorning each other in recycled wrapping paper and bows to remind each other of the unique present each of us brings.\u00a0 Maybe its reading a special scripture or spiritual story and allowing time for each individual to discuss what it means to them.<\/p>\n
Too often we go through the motions of gift giving, cooking, or just doing too much overall.\u00a0 Traditions are most meaningful\u00a0 when we personalize them and tie them to the purpose in our lives.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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