Don’t give in to the negative meme that “holidays are stressful” …
Instead, be e.a.g.e.r. for them:
👉🏻 Expectations: help others approach the holidays realistically and keep the big picture in mind … not even “It’s a Wonderful Life” was wonderful all the way through!
👉🏻 Appreciation – appreciate others and encourage them to do the same with others, even for something minor. The holidays are more about people than presents. Act if all the bad things that happened with others is in the past and deserves to stay there, rather than becoming a visiting ghost of Christmas past.
👉🏻 Generosity – give, especially in helping others reduce/avoid stress so they can be generous as well. Be generous in grace when others do annoying or stressful things … they may need extra attention to get past their own situations.
👉🏻 Enthusiasm – is contagious (at least with most people), so spread it. It’s hard not be be more enthusiastic/positive yourself if you do so.
👉🏻 Reframes – think in terms of “get to” vs. “have to” and help others do the same.
The more you focus on helping others get rid of stress, the stronger your ability to do the same.
Find something to enjoy, and enjoy it!
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