•  My 66-day Journey of Healing Through Writing and Sharing - The Spirit Of Christmas

    25 Affirmations To Get Through The Christmas Season

    The holiday season can be a mixed bag of emotions, influenced by various factors. Perhaps it begins with the commercialization of Christmas. This early push to embrace the festive spirit may contribute to a sense of overwhelm. Additionally, family gatherings, while capable of bringing great joy, can also bring out challenging dynamics. It’s often hard to get through the Christmas Season with calm. Reflecting on personal experiences, I recall the anticipation and happiness of Christmas during my childhood. The prospect of spending a few days with my grandparents, aunts and uncles and cousins was a source of excitement. Adulthood has…

  • #MondayMusings - The Spirit Of Christmas

    How to Have a Stress Free Holiday Season

    Yes, it’s entirely possible to have an almost completely stress free holiday season. The key to success is taking the extra time necessary to plan. Keep these tips in mind, while doing so. How to Have a Stress Free Holiday Season Don’t insist on every part of your holiday season being perfect Holding on to things that didn’t quite go your way will only cause you to feel more stress. Don’t insist on every part of your holiday season being perfect. Instead, keep telling yourself that having a good holiday season is enough. Make sure your luggage and transportation is…

  • #FridayReflections - Justice and Social Causes - The Spirit Of Christmas

    All I Want For Christmas #FridayReflections

    The celebration of Christmas has never been a big deal for me. Okay, now you’re shocked! Let me explain. While I have fond memories of Christmas music, food and cheer from my childhood of the many Christmases at my grandparents’ homes, personally I never did get the big build up to it. So when people ask me questions like: What are you doing for Christmas? or What are you wearing for Christmas? – I have no answers. I’d rather be spending a quiet time of reflection and having a quiet meal with a small group of people. Perhaps, it’s the…