It’s challenging to go through the holidays without feeling overwhelmed or stressed out. You want to remain loving, peaceful, and move through the holidays with ease and grace. But, how do you stay calm, centered, and energized at this time of year? You consciously slow down, create sacred space, and give yourself precious self-care. Precious self-care requires that you nurture yourself with all the kindness and love you would shower on someone you cherish. Too often during the holidays, you set aside your own needs while caring for others or put off self-care in favor of the endless holiday to-do lists, expectations, … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Celebrate the Holidays Free of Expectations
Celebrating the holidays without expectations can be challenging. How many of us dread the holidays because we have difficulty saying no, declining an invitation, or setting firm boundaries with our family members? Whether it be family traditions we feel obligated to continue or relatives we feel we must visit, our minds are filled with endless to-do lists at this particular time of year. Instead of it being a time of beauty, quiet reflection, and a celebration of our hearts, it can become stressful and anxiety-ridden trying to live up to the expectations of ourselves and others. As the holidays approach, you may have difficulty finding … [Read more...]
7 Ways to Cultivate Intimacy and Connection Around the Holidays
The holidays are upon us and we will spend more time with family, friends, and intimate partners than any other time of the year. Yet, even with the closest of partners, friends, or family, we may feel misunderstood, disconnected, or not seen or heard. Being seen, heard, and accepted for who we are is one of the most important elements in any intimate relationship. Many of us feel disconnected when people do not understand us, do not feel the way we feel, or do not see things the way we see them. Even communicating with others can be difficult when they seem to have different a perspective or opinion. Despite these challenges, we still have … [Read more...]
