The Gift of Being Present During the Holiday Season
By now, I hope you’ve spent time with those closest to you and have experienced the joy of unwrapping joy that will create memories forever. As we look to the next year, and gifts we can offer the world, let’s give the gift of presence.
The holiday season often rushes by in a flurry of activities, leaving many of us overwhelmed and disconnected from the deeper meanings of Christmas.
Amid the holiday hustle and bustle, taking a moment to be mindful emerges as a profound philosophical concept, offering a pathway to rediscover the essence of Christmas — the gift of presence.
This can seem daunting but giving this gift is not only a gift to others, but a gift to us.
LEARNING HOW TO BE PRESENT WILL REVOLUTIONISE YOUR LIFE BUT YOU NEED TO CHOP WOOD AND CARRY WATER TO GET THERE.
— Belinda Davison
Become Present with Three Simple Steps:
- STOP: Sometimes it may seem as though you can stop what you’re doing, especially during the holidays. But a mental pause counts. Even if you’re in the middle of holiday preparations, you can take a brief second to gather your thoughts and emotions, refocusing and re-engaging in the present moment.
- Meaning: Use this space to remind yourself why your…
