… and cherish the power of presence

But the sound of holidays seems somewhat “weird” in times like these. We have been homebound, self isolating, have lost jobs … and possibly have had enough of our loved ones (for some)

And with most of the kids homeschooling … who loves the sound of school holidays!

Perhaps we need a different way to relax!

My way is generally to fly away!

Most holidays, I find it easiest to just fly away and I can say this with a hand on my heart…I have never felt so pushed to just “take a flight” to wherever! But that is very unlikely to happen anytime soon!

So these holidays, I am soaking myself in a session of reading some interesting books that I have already ordered. Books like The One Thing and Why People Don’t Heal and how they can are some of my hot favourites, that I am looking forward to dive in. I have also signed up for an online course in Energy Medicine, one of my latest passions.

1. Be Intentional with Your Time

While it can be a delightful experience to reconnect with friends and family during the holiday season, an endless melee of activity can zap your energy and leave you feeling drained. Before committing to another Zoom party or gift exchange, check your intention. Are you doing something because it nourishes your spirit or are you doing it out of obligation? If it’s the latter, kindly communicate to the host that you are in need of some downtime but would love to schedule a time to catch up after the holidays. Then instead of heading out, head in: watch a movie with the family, sip hot cider by the fire, read a book, play board games, or engage in any other activity that lights up your heart.

2. Stay Active

A calendar full of Zoom festivities can quickly squeeze out your regular yoga or home gym hours. Yet your physical health is important, and working out during the holidays will do more than keep your weight in check—it can also tame stress, lessen holiday blues, and increase energy.

3. Find the Blessings of Imperfection

Do you have visions of sipping cocoa with your dreamy-eyed children by the fireplace, singing carols around the family room piano, or creating the perfect holiday meal? If so, you may be harboring expectations that set you up for disappointment. Idyllic holiday hopes often turn out more like spilled cocoa, crying children, and overcooked casserole. By adjusting your expectations, you liberate yourself and others from the pursuit of perfection and allow yourself to receive the gifts in imperfection.

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