Emigreat’s Post

I just want you to know that you have permission to feel sad this holiday season. Maybe it’s because everywhere you turn there are proclamations of “the most wonderful time of the year” or “everything is merry and bright,” that leads itself to feeling like an affront when life looks like such a polar opposite. Here’s the truth—hard stuff doesn’t take a break for the holidays. Sickness, strained relationships, stresses and disappointments don’t simply stop because it’s the Christmas season. But thankfully neither does our God. He’s here in our hurts and heartaches. He’s present in our pain and disappointments. He’s close in the circumstances we would have never chosen or even imagined would be ours. And really, isn’t THIS what Christmas is all about? Not tinsel or twinkling lights or even trying to get in all the memories with our family, but simply this—God with us. If you’re going through some hard stuff this holiday season, remember this friend—God is here with you. He isn’t absent in your pain or your problems. He knows and understands everything you’re going through. And that’s exactly why He came—so He could go through it with you. Yes, maybe it won’t feel merry or wonderful, but this is the real hope of Christmas. Have a blessed Christmas week. #mostwonderfultimeoftheyear #christmas #hope #christmasisnear #godishere #godiswithus #christmasweekend

Do you get caught up in the busyness of this season? The holiday season often feels like a whirlwind. There are gifts to buy, gatherings to attend, meals to prepare, and traditions to uphold. It’s easy to get caught up in the busyness and lose sight of why we celebrate in the first place. But, what if instead of the busy, the extras we chose to pause? What if, instead of striving for perfection, we focused on the One who came to bring peace, hope, and joy? This time of year isn’t about the hustle or the stress—it’s about celebrating the greatest gift we’ve ever been given: Jesus. He came not to add to our to-do lists but to take the weight off our shoulders and remind us of what truly matters. Let’s take moments to quiet our hearts and refocus. The cookies don’t need to be perfect. The tree doesn’t need to have every light in place. What matters most is His presence in our lives and the love we share with those around us. “Be still, and know that I am God.” – Psalm 46:10 As we move through the season, where is somewhere you can make a shift? Maybe even create a pause moment in your day or a time to be still with God? #bestillwithgod #reasonfortheseason

As we step into this Advent season, encourage your family to embrace this special time of waiting, reflecting, and preparing for the joy of Christmas. Advent isn’t just about counting down the days until Christmas - it’s an opportunity to slow down, gather as a family, and intentionally create moments of hope, peace, and togetherness. This year, consider lighting an Advent wreath together. Each candle represents a different theme: Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love. As you light each candle, take a moment to reflect on what these virtues mean to your family. Let the flickering light of each candle remind you of the light that is coming into the world. Above all, Advent is about preparing your hearts for the true gift of Christmas: the love and light that fills the world through the birth of Jesus. As a family, take time to reflect on the blessings of the past year and the hope you carry into the new one. If you’re interested in more biblical lessons and values for your family during this Christmas season, keep reading on these topics here: https://hubs.li/Q02ZC3HT0 #FamilyTime #FaithBasedParenting #MakeHomeMatter

My Christmas tree this year... each decoration carrying its own meaning, from before and after my husband's death changed everything. The reality is, Christmas after loss never follows a perfect script. Some years we embrace traditions, other years we need space. Some days feel festive, others are overwhelming. Sometimes we want to share memories, other times we need distance. And that's okay. For those navigating grief during the festive season, please remember that there's no rulebook. You can: 🎄 Keep traditions that bring comfort 🎄 Create new ones that feel authentic 🎄 Skip what feels too heavy 🎄 Take breaks when needed 🎄 Decline draining commitments 🎄 Embrace what brings peace Whatever your Christmas looks like - social or quiet, surrounded or solitary - here's hoping it is exactly what YOU need it to be this year 💫 I'm interested to know, how have your holiday traditions evolved? Please share in the comments, your experience might help others feel less alone x #GriefAtWork #ProfessionalGrowth #WorkplaceWellbeing #RainbowHunting

Godsgreenhouse.net. Aug 31-Sep 1, 2024 - As a little boy, I referred to “Independence Day” (July 4) as “fireworks day.” We experienced fireworks only once a year because that was all we could afford. But, oh, the splendor and excitement of fireworks! My grandfather was a farmer; he wore overalls everywhere. One July 4th he was holding a Roman Candle firework when it began its eruption. It was more than he could handle; Grandpa Bill dropped the Roman Candle and it slid inside his overalls! They say he lit up the whole place! Perhaps you can relate to a special fireworks display in your past. But, unfortunately, fireworks don’t last. One of the ironies of life is that people want to live in the presence of fireworks but fireworks are usually a once-a-year thing. If we did the uncommon every day, the uncommon would soon become common. July 4th though, comes only once a year as does Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving, birthdays, and anniversaries. But “Blue” Monday comes 52 times more often. And individual days come 365 times more often. Our lives are not measured by the fireworks but by the completed tasks of the individual days. This is true of marriages, relationships, finances, corporate work, etc. Jesus spoke of the Christian life in the same way. “Daily take up your cross and follow Me” (Luke 9:23). Fulfilling the daily processes is what makes us or breaks us. We must make it past the event driven stage and become process driven. The everyday stuff may be mundane, but that is the stuff life is made of. How good are you at the daily processes, doing God’s will day after day after day? Or are you a fireworks person? The question is important because fireworks don’t last.

Your Muslim Employees will not be able to give their 100% for the next 30 days. During the next 30 days, you might see your Muslim employees: ➜ Ask for leaves. ➜ Ask to work from home. ➜ Ask to end their day a bit early. ➜ Ask for a break when the sun sets. ➜ Ask to excuse themselves from parties. You see the next 30 days are of Ramadan. Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims. They practice fasting from sunrise to sunset. Fasting means no food or even a drop of water. Here's what you can do to make their fasts easier for them: ➜ Give them periodic short breaks. ➜ Don't overburden them unless needed. ➜ Give them an early off when it's possible. ➜ Give them more work-from-home options. ➜ Don't eat food or drink anything near them. This isn't just limited to employees, practice it with anyone you work with. I'm posting this because I am a Muslim and I know how hard it can get. But this doesn't apply to just Muslim holidays, do it for everyone! Last year I worked extra during Christmas (other's share) because I don't celebrate it. The same happened during Thanksgiving, Easter, and other holidays. Be kind to everyone around you! Kindness always circles back to you! Ramadan Mubarak to my entire Muslim community!

With the Christmas holidays only five weeks away, here is a checklist for Thanksgiving week and the next four weeks to ensure timely completion. Following this checklist allows you to pace yourself and not be so stressed. #checklistfortheholidays

We all love Christmas… right? Well, maybe not. Taking away the obvious (not everyone wants to or celebrates Christian holidays), they’re often a really tense time. Perhaps it’s because the job of making Christmas magical sits on your shoulders, or perhaps it’s just the thought of spending so much condensed time with family, there are plenty of reasons to be less than thrilled at this time of year. Lucky for you, there are ways to inoculate your relationship from some of this Christmas stress: 1. Schedule time alone together. Don’t forget about your partner in amongst the madness. And yes I mean alone and *alone*. 2. Check in with each other at family events. Make eye contact across the room, ask if they’re okay (and pay attention to the answer), maybe even have a safe word for when things are getting too much and it’s time to leave. 3. Adopt a goldfish mentality. If your partner is stressed and you’re calm, forget about the sassy thing they said. And they’ll do the same for you. 4. Build your own traditions. Family traditions are great, use them as inspiration, but make Christmas unique to your couple with something just for you. 5. Take each other’s sides. Reassure each other. Build each other up. Support each other’s boundaries. It’s the two of you vs everyone else (including the kids). What would you add? ♥️

How do you handle the holidays when the weight of losing a loved one feels almost too much to bear? The holidays are a time when we naturally remember those we’ve lost, and it can feel like that empty space is all there is. But what if I told you that the ones we've lost are still with us—just in a different way? This isn’t about hoping they’re watching from afar, but about realizing they are actually still a part of us. So, as you go through this season, open yourself up to that possibility: that Love doesn’t disappear—it transforms, and the ones we Love are still celebrating right along with us. Watch the full video below, where I share how to use the holidays as a doorway to experience the bond with your loved ones in new, deeper ways. I’ll put the info below.👇 #LossOfALovedOne #LovedOnesInHeaven #LovedOnesLost #HolidayGrief #ForgiveYourselfFirst #YouAreLove #MiraculousHealing #ForgivenessIsForYou #MiracleMentor

This Thanksgiving, let’s take a moment to reflect on the power of family and healing. 🧡✨ Family gatherings can bring joy, but they can also resurface old wounds or unspoken tensions. Remember, it’s okay to set boundaries, protect your peace, and focus on connection in ways that feel authentic to you. Thanksgiving isn’t about perfection—it’s about showing up with gratitude for where you are in your healing journey and creating space for love, growth, and understanding. 💬 What’s one thing you’re grateful for this holiday? Share below, and let’s celebrate the small steps toward healing together. Follow @LeidyTherapy for more on navigating family dynamics and finding peace in the journey.