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Celebrate the Holidays with Hope not Stuff

by phyllis, December 6, 2012

Are you trying to keep your life in balance while honoring the complexity of this time of year? If so, look at what’s most meaningful to you. And then focus on what you want to do, not on what you think you have to do. This year let go of the idea of a perfect Christmas, Hanukah or Kwanzaa. Even though it’s important to honor the tradition of giving, the accumulation of material stuff can’t hold a candle to the gift that matters most. And bringing cheer to others is … Continue reading →

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This Holiday Season, Take Care of your Family AND Yourself

by phyllis, December 16, 2009

Try taking care of yourself during the holidays and you’ll be pleasantly surprised as your stress level goes down. And even with a more relaxed frame of mind, everything will still fall into place. Be a role model and teach by example – slow down your pace and do something for yourself as you work hard to make the holidays special for your family. If you feel ready to pass the baton to the younger generation, do it. Next year you can encourage and support your kidults as they preserve … Continue reading →

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