Everything in our lives constantly changes. We tend to notice the big changes; we cannot see the infinitesimal, microscopic changes like cellular turnover; and even if we're highly aware of certain changes, our reactions to them also change over time and circumstances.   The holidays can amplify our focus on and feelings about life changes, and it's normal to compare previous years' holiday festivities to this year's.    Things Hit Differently during the Holidays For example,

During the holiday season, especially, we hear and talk a lot about giving and generosity. Shoot, Thanks giving instructs us to give thanks! But what do we mean and – more importantly – how do we show up in a giving or generous spirit? What is Generosity? While generosity is typically associated with giving, the two are not mutually exclusive. We can give without being generous, and we can be generous without needing to give beyond our capacity. Generosity transcends simply

With the holidays just around the corner, I’m hearing the usual cocktail of emotions from clients and friends alike: excitement and overwhelm, anticipation and anxiety, and lots of concern over “how will I ever get everything done?!” Yes, ‘tis the season of jolliness and joy, giving and receiving gifts, and making memories with friends and family.   Yet the holidays also pack a not-so-festive punch for many people.  Some may already be struggling, for example, with depression

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