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My family is usually a bit sad on Christmas day. Why? Because it’s the end of the holiday season, which is huge for us. We start with the Christmas movies and music on November 1st (I can hear you rolling your eyes). 🎄 Then comes the decorating the 1st or 2nd week of November. And there are many more traditions and activities in between. It may be silly or “too much” for some people... But we celebrate early because we enjoy the season together. 🥂 It’s about doing our favorite things, watching our favorite Christmas movies, and listening to amazing music. Together. It’s not just about the one day of Christmas. Do you see where I’m going with this? Hang in there. 👉 How many times have you focused too much on the destination and not enough on the journey? ❎ You set a goal for your business or life and get tunnel vision. ❎ You get frustrated that you’re not meeting your goals quickly enough. ❎ You’re set on getting to your destination without enjoying the journey. It’s a bad habit to get into - one that robs you of the joy and simple pleasures of every day. ❣ So, this is your reminder to take a deep breath and soak up every moment. You’ll never get this moment back. Do you tend to get tunnel vision and neglect the present moment? Let me know in the comments. P.S. Don’t try to change my mind by saying November 1st is too early 😉. I’ll continue to be me and do what I enjoy.

Are you looking to add some fun new Christmas traditions this year? This article shares 30 festive ideas to celebrate the season. Let me know in the comments below some of your favorite ways you enjoy the holiday. 

Are you looking to add some fun new Christmas traditions this year? This article shares 30 festive ideas to celebrate the season. Let me know in the comments below some of your favorite ways you enjoy the holiday. 

CHRISTMAS STRESS: The pressure of Christmas can be overwhelming to many people. With all the expectations surrounding the holiday season … shopping, cooking, socialising, and meeting the perfect ideal of what the season should look like, stress often runs high. While Christmas cards may paint a picture of happiness, peace, and joy, the reality for many is far from this ideal. For some, the holiday season triggers grief, loneliness, and a range of painful emotions. Anger, frustration, sadness, resentment, and regret can resurface, as if reopening old wounds. Family conflicts intensify, broken families struggle, and on top of it all, there are personal expectations about what Christmas should be, expectations that vary widely from person to person. Christmas places heavy demands on us, and many of us simply go along with it without considering that we likely have the power to change things, should we choose to. If you're feeling overwhelmed by the stress of Christmas this year, here's a few tips for you to help you make the holiday more enjoyable, or at the very least, more manageable. From the archives …

Are you looking to add some fun new Christmas traditions this year? This article shares 30 festive ideas to celebrate the season. Let me know in the comments below some of your favorite ways you enjoy the holiday. 

Are you looking to add some fun new Christmas traditions this year? This article shares 30 festive ideas to celebrate the season. Let me know in the comments below some of your favorite ways you enjoy the holiday. 

Are you looking to add some fun new Christmas traditions this year? This article shares 30 festive ideas to celebrate the season. Let me know in the comments below some of your favorite ways you enjoy the holiday. 

This one thing will 💯X your Christmas this year. 🎄   Stop thinking of Christmas as a season to eat lots, drinks lots, spend lots of money on presents, and lots of time going to gatherings you’d rather pass on.   Because Christmas is A FEELING, a chance to pause, reflect, and soak in the magic you so often rush past.   This time of year has a way of uniting us. It wraps you in warmth if you let it, even when life feels anything but merry and bright.   And I hope you’ll find:   🌟 Fun in the little things, from the local choir carolling around the public tree to pulling the wishbone and letting one of the kids win so they can make a wish. 🌟 Festivities that lift your spirits, no matter how small or understated your versions are. 🌟 Feasts that nourish your body and soul, (let’s agree even cheeseboards count for one month only!). 🌟 Peace that soothes even the messiest corners of your mind.   So, let’s lean into slowing down, even if it’s just for a day or two.   Let’s be open to the glimmers this season offers - moments of harmony, little doses of hope, and unexpected signs of joy.   Christmas represents reconciliation – Reconnecting with yourself. Accepting others. Finding beauty in life’s imperfections   Moreover, it’s vital to take this energy into the new year. Let it fuel your hope, anchor your dreams, and propel you forward with fresh purpose.   From my home to yours, this is a heartfelt Christmas wish to all my clients, colleagues, suppliers, and connections here on LinkedIn. 🕯

The Holidays can bring joy and laughter, but can also stir up tension during family gatherings (unless you're planning to curl up on the couch alone - maybe a nice option??). This article sheds light on managing political tension with relatives, offering tactics that have broad applications that are wide reaching and can be applied to many scenarios outside of political friction. Wishing everyone a Happy, Joyful, and Stressfree Thanksgiving! https://lnkd.in/gcUjShyC

🎁 The Best Christmas Gift You Can Give? Sometimes, It’s Nothing! ❌ Holiday gift-giving can be stressful… ⚠️Someone buys you a gift, and you didn’t get them one; cue the guilt. ⚠️You exchange gifts, but their gift cost way more than yours; now it feels unbalanced. These feelings often lead to overspending on things people don’t even want, all to avoid the awkwardness; but here’s the thing, it’s okay to be honest! ✅ 1️⃣ Tell your friends and family you don’t want anything. Normalise skipping the gifts if they’re not truly needed. 2️⃣ If there is something you’d like, be upfront about it. Let’s save everyone the guessing game - because, spoiler alert: Santa isn’t real, and nobody can read minds! A thoughtful, stress-free holiday doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Focus on what matters most: spending time with loved ones, not money! 🎄