The holiday season can be a time of running around, gathering with friends, family and colleagues from near and afar. It can also be easy to get lost in the busyness. After a while we might find it difficult to connect to others because we are experiencing a disconnect from ourselves. What will it take to claim yourself this holiday season? What will it take to claim the serene silence that calls to us in whispers? What would the benefits be of claiming that silent night (or in my case morning) be? What steps can we take to honor our sacred selves?
Not a Creature was Stirring…Not Even a Mouse
I am learning that I do not have to say “yes” to every invitation that comes our way. I am being thoughtful about what I will do between now and the end of the year so that I will truly enjoy my family and friends and not feel resentment that there is no time for *me* to do what I want – even if that is nothing! May your holiday season be peaceful!
Hi Allison!
The other day my mom and I were talking about balance–I think that is the key in this season. In the midst of making Christmas cards and frantically getting presents together, it is super important to sit down (and with my mom, getting her to sit, as you now, is a challenge) and enjoy this time of year. Because it only comes once a year, and if you don’t pause for a moment or two to “claim yourself” and be present in the moment, Christmas will pass by before you have time to appreciate its magic.
I love this blog idea, by the way 🙂 Have a merry Christmas!
Readers would never know that you are still in high school. You are an old soul indeed. So very wise! Thank you Sally.
Just stop. Breathe. Focus on something in nature. Repeat. I always hear those fabulous whispers when I do that … even in the midst of chaos, I can often get to “spot” by following the above steps.
This is such a teaching for all of us. Thank you Juleann!