Season of Light
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We made it to December and to the last few weeks of the year and of this decade. Can you believe this is the end of a decade?
Have you seen some of the 2009 vs 2019 challenges floating around online? So much can happen in 10 years; even if the day to day feels the same, we can look back and see how much we’ve accomplished and how much has changed.
I think the same can be said for each year that we experience.
As we get ready to wrap up another year, this is a powerful time to take a look back and check in with all of the things that have changed for you this year….and all the things that are different for you today than from December 2009.
What break throughs did you experience?
What seemingly small shifts led to personal joys and wins?
What are you doing now that makes you feel more supported or more like your true self?
At this time of year, it’s really easy to get pulled in lots of different directions with holiday parties, family, friends, and all the things. It can be one of the busiest times of the year and it’s really important to carve out some time to do some reflection and self accounting too. You can do this in the quiet early morning hours before your day gets going, at the end of the day, or any time that you have available.
This is an exercise that I really like because it doesn't take a lot of time, but it provides a lot of meaningful insight. You may want to grab a notebook and something to write with and turn off any devices so you can get quiet. (It’s impossible to get nothing, so don’t worry, just breathe and pay attention to anything you see, hear, feel, think, or remember and write it down.)
Take a few deep breaths and then ask yourself:
What have I done this year that I feel proud of accomplishing?
Then, ask yourself:
What brought me the most joy this year?
Then, ask yourself:
What am I still working on that I'm going to continue working on in 2020?
Then, ask yourself:
Who, or what am I closing the door on this year and making a clean break from as I wrap up 2019 and go into 2020.
Beautiful. These kinds of exercises can really help to put things into perspective for us while also highlighting the wins and take-aways for the year which can sometimes get lost in the hustle and bustle of the season.
Carving out a little bit of time for you this holiday season will help you to feel more connected to and part of the season. Give yourself permission to say yes to the activities that really resonate for you and thank you anyway to the things that aren’t a fit for you.
It’s okay to honor the traditions that are part of your life even if they are different from someone else’s. Lean into the activities that truly bring you joy even if it includes wearing jammies, eating popcorn, and watching Home Alone. (Just me?)
Make your season one to remember by slowing down where you can and being present for the parts of the season which are special and meaningful for you.
This time of year is often referred to as the season of light and I’m holding space for you that during this season you can fully enjoy it in ways the genuinely light you up and fill your heart with joy.
With so much love and blessings I’m wishing you a beautiful holiday season and a happy new year!
Thank you so much for sharing your year with me,
Love, Kristy~xoxo
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