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With the holidays approaching and the weight of election season still lingering, many of us are feeling a mixture of emotions – some heavy, some hopeful, some uncertain. In times like these, it’s easy to feel like we’re carrying more than our hearts were built to hold. But remember, we don’t have to rush to feel “okay.” Sometimes, the greatest gift we can give ourselves is permission to just feel, to ground ourselves in what matters most, and to take small steps toward peace and purpose.
Here are a few reminders to help you navigate the ups and downs of this season:
1. Acknowledge and Process Your Feelings
This season can bring out so many emotions – disappointment, joy, frustration, and relief, all swirling together. Whatever you’re feeling, let it be. Let yourself be honest about where you’re at. Sit with your emotions; give them a name. It’s often in these moments of honesty that we find the clarity to move forward with purpose.
2. Ground Yourself in Your Values
When everything feels uncertain, return to what you know to be true about yourself. Reflect on the values that guide you, the principles you stand on. Those values are like roots, anchoring you even when the world around you feels unsteady. This season, let your values be a place of comfort and strength.
3. Set Your Personal Vision
This time of year is often filled with reflection. Use it to dream about the world you want to create and the life you want to lead. It’s okay if your vision feels far off – what matters is the direction it gives you. Let this season be a chance to set intentions that lead you into the new year with purpose and clarity.
4. Practice Radical Acceptance
Acceptance doesn’t mean you have to like or agree with everything around you. It’s about letting go of the need to control or fight what’s already happened, and instead finding peace within yourself. Acceptance frees you from resistance, giving you space to focus on what you can change and empowering you to take meaningful action.
5. Channel Your Energy
Even in times of uncertainty, you have the power to create and contribute. This season, consider channeling your energy into something meaningful. It might be supporting a cause, helping a friend, or just choosing kindness. Whatever it is, let it be an answer to the emotions you’re feeling – a reminder that you’re part of the change.
6. Practice Self-Compassion
Above all, be gentle with yourself. This time of year brings its own challenges, and it’s okay if you need a moment to breathe, to rest, to just “be.” Celebrate the small victories, even if it’s simply making it through the day. Self-compassion isn’t about giving up; it’s about giving yourself grace. Let yourself be human.
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Reflection
- What emotions am I feeling most strongly right now, and what might they be telling me?
- Which of my values feels especially important this season, and how can I live it out daily?
- What is one positive vision I have for myself or my community that I’d like to start moving toward?
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Action
Choose one of these strategies to lean into this holiday season. Let it be a tool for finding peace, clarity, or strength as you navigate this season. Whether it’s grounding yourself in your values or giving yourself permission to rest, let this be a time of gentle growth, rooted in the knowledge that you’re moving forward with intention. Remember, you’re not alone in this – we’re walking this journey together. ✨
Your Partner in Intentional Living,
Adrienne
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