Happy Holidays!

Do you remember what you got for Christmas when you were five years old? 10? Last year? I do remember last year’s gifts, but mostly I remember how I felt when I received them. I have to confess… last year’s Christmas wasn’t very merry for me. I wasn’t looking forward to it. Actually, I vividly remember crying on Christmas morning. Please don’t start feeling bad for me! The reason I am sharing this with you is because something negative can bring a lot of positive. One year can do a lot to a person. When I look back in 2019, I don’t think of it as a year of pain. I think about it as a year of growth. I was at a point where I had to reevaluate my life and start making some significant changes. And I did. It was hard, and it sucked. But I took one small step at a time and persevered. When I think about next year, I feel very hopeful, content, and happy. I am looking forward to spending time with my family and opening gifts. We have a beautiful Christmas tree and a house full of love. Presents are nice, but people are what matters to me. We owe it to ourselves to be with people who matter, are good for us, have genuine intentions, and cause us to feel peaceful and happy. Take a deep breath and enter 2020 with hope and confidence. Happy holidays!

Homework: List three things you have learned in 2019 and how you can apply that knowledge to better your life in 2020.

Talk to you soon!

Asta