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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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:
The Less Than Perfect Family
Finding Your Balance this Thanksgiving Thanksgiving often brings families together, and with it, a range of emotions. For some, family time is heartwarming; for others, it can bring up unresolved conflicts or stress. If you find your Self feeling less than excited about Thanksgiving gatherings, know that you’re not alone. Many people struggle with family… Continue reading The Less Than Perfect Family
Thanksgiving Your Way
A Time to Pause and Be Kind to Your Self Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and with it, so many messages that tell us it’s a time of gratitude, connection, and celebration. While all of that is true, there’s a side to this holiday that doesn’t get as much attention: for many people, Thanksgiving… Continue reading Thanksgiving Your Way