About this series: Inspired by opinion pieces, news articles, famous quotes, or books I’m reading, this monthly blog series contains my musings on ways we can live mindfully, authentically, and generously. You might hear some of the same themes woven into the opening and closing meditations in my classes!
I’m gonna come out and say it: the holiday season is not merry for everyone. Whether someone has experienced trauma or loss in the month of December, or whether they simply come from a culture or religion that does not actively celebrate any of the December holidays, there are many reasons that someone may not want to join in the festivities of this season.
We all honour different holidays, mark occasions differently, and have our own unique traditions throughout the year. For some, there is a strong need to find quiet and calm amidst the chaos and rush of the holidays, which also happen to be a great time for self-care, as we reflect on the year past and gear up for the new year ahead. We truly never know what someone might be facing now or carrying with them from the past. So while the holidays can be about coming together and celebrating, we must respect other people’s need for time and space to recharge.
Wishing you all exactly the holiday season that you need for yourself this year, and wishing you a 2019 full of joy, fulfillment, and gratitude.
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