I wanted to take a moment to reach out and wish you a fun and fabulous Thanksgiving. I also thought it would be a great time to give you three essential tips to help you get through what can be so challenging for so many - the holidays!
1. Don’t take it personally
When families get together, stuff gets said and not all of it is positive. But remember, it typically isn’t about you, but the other person’s fears, insecurities, and their own limiting beliefs based on their childhood traumas and experiences.
Hurt people hurt people, and it’s important to remind ourselves that we’re all doing the best we can where we are in life. I know this is a tough one to swallow, but I hope it helps knowing it is for me too!
2. Other people’s responses & emotions are not your responsibility!
Don’t feel like you have to make everyone happy. You can’t! Just show up offering love and kindness, and let the annoying stuff slide off your back. If you really need to, set some boundaries to get you through.
3. Don’t forget gratitude
Try to focus on what is going well, instead of the things that aren’t going your way. When you start getting triggered - and you will, as will I! - just remember all of your blessings. Look around you and start ticking off what you’re grateful for. For me, that’s God, my husband, children, family, amazing friends, and YOU!
I’d like to end this little greeting by saying that I’m so grateful for you! Thank you for allowing me to be part of your day, and welcoming me with an open mind and heart.
I wish you and yours a love-filled, abundant, and magical Thanksgiving bursting with delicious food and unexpected joyful surprises.
With love always,
Grace