The holiday season is filled with family gatherings and social events. These bring joy, connection, and sometimes complex dynamics. It’s a time that holds a lot of promise for creating meaningful memories, but it can also carry emotional weight. With diverse family structures—blended families, extended families, or differing beliefs—it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or unsure… Continue reading Family Balance During the Holidays
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Holiday Budget
Gifts and Budgeting: Navigating the Holiday Season with Care The Holiday season is meant to bring joy, but let’s be honest—it can also bring a lot of financial stress. The pressures of gift shopping and budgeting can make even the calmest among us feel a little overwhelmed. Between the endless ads and the “Holiday Hype,”… Continue reading Holiday Budget
December Celebrations!
December is a month filled with global celebrations and traditions, each bringing its own warmth, meaning, and spirit. Even if you don’t observe every holiday, understanding this rich diversity fosters respect, inclusion, and community. Saint Nicholas Day: Celebrating Generosity The month begins with Saint Nicholas Day on December 6th. Celebrated across Europe and some U.S.… Continue reading December Celebrations!
Alone for the Holidays:
Finding Connection and Comfort this Thanksgiving Thanksgiving is traditionally seen as a time of togetherness, where family and friends gather to share gratitude and celebrate. But for many, Thanksgiving can feel lonely and isolating. Maybe you’re far from loved ones, or perhaps you’ve lost someone close, making the holiday feel particularly heavy. If that’s you… Continue reading Alone for the Holidays:
Thanksgiving Food Fight
Navigating a Food-Centered Holiday with Care Thanksgiving is often a holiday where food takes center stage, with large, indulgent meals at the heart of many gatherings. But for some, the focus on food can be challenging. If you have food allergies, dietary restrictions, or are navigating an eating disorder, Thanksgiving can bring stress and discomfort.… Continue reading Thanksgiving Food Fight