How are your stress levels as we progress deeper into the
Christmas season preparations?
This time of year can bring up so many emotions, as it is
both a joyful time of year, but it can also be a very sad time of year.
It is also when normally sane people can be completely
irrational about holiday “traditions.”
Traditions are important, and they give us a sense of
stability and continuity. And yet, they can also derail us faster than anything
else in life.
If a family tradition still brings you and your family joy,
great! But, if it is causing anger, stress, or worry, why are you still doing
it? Really?
We have an idea that because something is a “tradition” that
means it can’t change, but traditions do evolve as we ourselves grow and
evolve.
What traditions need changed in your life for a happier
holiday?
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