Holiday’s are full of stress, excitement, energy (good and bad), chaos, joy, love and the list goes on. For some, this is the most perfect time of the year, filled with love and family. For others, this is one of the most difficult times of year as they mourn loss or fight against their demons.
The season, no matter which end of the spectrum you sit on, I pray that everyone is able to find that sense of peace and embrace the moments that are good. Joy in holiday’s can be found in a series of small moments, they don’t have to be the result of one big bang. Sometimes, it’s more about the simple parts to help us find that spirit.
Saying hello to a stranger as you pass them on the street.
Telling the server at your favorite coffee shop ‘thank you, have a good day.’
Buying a coffee for the person behind you in line.
While cliché, for me the spirit of Christmas lies in giving to others. That doesn’t mean just opening up the pocket book and letting it shake all about (because let’s be real, there wouldn’t be a whole lot shaking out even if I tried!). But it can be little moments of giving that can bring a smile to someone else and pass on that positive moment to others, creating a domino affect.
So this holiday season, embrace the spirit and find your joy. Give a smile, make someone laugh, don’t stress over that extra cookie and enjoy yourself. The season is what you make it, regardless of the circumstances that may try to create barricades. Instead of focusing on those roadblocks, find your way around them, take a new path and forge your own way with positivity, kindness, love and peace. Because at the end of it all, aren’t those more important? Remember that the crisis and frustration you are facing today will one day either get lost from your memory or seem so small in the grand scheme of things.
Have fun with your children, your spouse, family and friends. Find that spirit and let it take you to your happy place, filling you with joy and love.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
Lisa R. Crowe 