Is it possible to actually feel peace and calm during one of the busiest times of the year . . . the holiday season?
I am going to challenge you to let go of the idea that it is impossible and go with me on just the possibility. The possibility to create stillness for a few minutes each day during the holiday season. Creating stillness is so beneficial to your overall well-being. While the holidays are often filled with joy, love and laughter, spending time with family and friends, there is also the feelings of being overwhelmed and anxious that can overtake the joy of the season. Often instead of enjoying the beauty of this time of year, we are racing around from here to there and checking off our list of things to do.
If you are thinking there is no way you can create stillness during this time of year, try not to rule it out completely. There are several ways I am going to share with you in an effort to help you find one that will work for you. When we create more stillness in our life whether it is during the holiday season or not, it has huge benefits for us.
Having quiet moments with ourselves can often:
- Reduce our stress levels.
- Help us feel calmer.
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Actually be enjoyable.
- Bring us to the present moment instead of thinking about the past and worrying about the future.
- Create an overall feeling of gratitude.
It can be hard to get quiet and just be, even for just a couple of minutes. But a couple of minutes can and will do you wonders this holiday season or any time of the year if you give it a try.
Learn 6 ways to create stillness in your life:
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