Grounded Through the Holidays

For many of us, the Holidays can feel stressful. To do lists are longer, the calendar is fuller, and expectations are higher. Our routines get thrown out the window, our eating habits change, and before we know it, we are running on caffeine and cookies.

You can’t wrap groundedness in shiny paper and put it under the tree, but it may be the best gift you give yourself this holiday season.

‍To be grounded is to be steady and aware of what is happening in the present moment.

One of the best ways to set yourself up for a grounded holiday is to ask yourself two questions:

What matters this holiday season?

There will be so many things calling for your attention. Instead of defaulting to activities or purchases, try deciding:‍

Does this invitation line up with what matters?
Does this purchase reflect what is important?

When you choose based on your values, then even if you are inconvenienced, pressed for time, or over budget, you are acting in line with what actually matters.

What is in my limited control this holiday season?

Go ahead… be like Santa and make a list. You might be freed up to see what is in your “control” and what is not. One of the most grounding things to discover is that you aren’t in control of how others will receive your gifts, enjoy your food, or experience the holiday season.

‍What you can control is how you act (and how to own it when your actions make the naughty list).‍

The holidays will always bring a little chaos, a little wonder, and a lot of opportunity to practice being grounded in the present moment. When you stay grounded in what matters and let go of what you can’t control, you give yourself the chance to see the joy in this season.

Want more ways to see the joy? Connect with a DREAM4 coach and let’s discuss how you can make the most of this holiday season.

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