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Holiday Time! 🦃

Published 5 months ago • 1 min read

The Thoughtful Listener

Holiday Time

It is holiday time!

Can you believe it? Thanksgiving is next week! Christmas is right around the corner.

There is so much going on in the world. I do not know about you, but I need to breathe and soak in everything. I do a breathing technique that helps. I learned it on Instagram. It is helpful, but for the most part, I pray.

During the Thanksgiving holiday, I carve out time for retrospection. (Pardon the pun. I am a vegan, so no animals were harmed while making this newsletter.😆🦃) As I reflect, I grant myself grace and listen to what is most pressing in my life. Sometimes, I cancel out the world, so I have more time for this process.

I think that is why I cherish Thanksgiving, usually Thanksgiving weekend. During this time, there is a peace that is unmistakable for me. It is not like other holidays. It is a holiday when I take time to listen to what my needs are. This process is necessary for me to be equipped and available to help others in the future.

If you have not tried this, I recommend it! This year, I am skipping the traditional Thanksgiving meal for Chinese takeout. What do you need most right now? If it is legal and safe, go for it!

Reflection and self-care is not a selfish endeavor. It is an opportunity to regroup and refresh. When you emerge, you are a healthier version of yourself and operate in a healthy, mindful, and positive space.

Whether you believe it or not, this is a form of gratitude. Honor your needs. Honor your life. Listen to the echoes of this past year. Take time to honor all of it, the good and the bad. Honor yourself this Thanksgiving through gratitude and listening.

It's transformative!

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The Thoughtful Listener

"Listening is an act of love."

I'm a YouTuber, blogger, and certified active listener who loves to talk about wellness, thoughtful listening, communication, understanding, and resolving conflicts. Subscribe to my newsletter.

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