Reconnect Through Holiday Celebration Practices
The holidays are a time for connection, but you may feel distant from loved ones or even yourself as the season approaches. All the hustle and bustle can overshadow and disconnect you from the intent of this season.
Everyone talks a good game about family, connection, and having special times together, but the stress of “doing it right” tends to make people so worried and crazy that there is no room or energy for those tender moments to show up.
This year, give yourself a break and a little pat on the back for all you do, no matter how small it may be. And maybe bring a little silliness into the mix.
Holiday Celebration Practices for Everyday Moments
They say that done is better than perfect…so, how about having a game around wrapping presents? No, not the best wrapped present…have a prize for the WORST wrapped present!! We all know that one person who prides themselves on beautiful packages…but are they creative enough to do a real slipshod job of it? 😜
This could be a way for everyone to have a good laugh and be celebrated for their effort instead of the results.
And this goes for you too! Celebrate your efforts! It’s the thought that counts, right?
Why does everything have to be “perfect”? Why can’t it be messy, a little off kilter, and totally sincere? (Not that going for perfection isn’t sincere…just not sustainable because there is no such thing as perfection. 😉)
It’s in the mess of growth that we find the greatest treasures. The mistakes, the setbacks, they give us perspective and an opportunity to try something new or out of the box.
Simple Ways to Celebrate Your Progress This Season
As you’re going through your day-to-day this season, take a few moments to pause along the way. Really look at ALL you’re doing and give yourself a pat on the back. You deserve it!
When you walk out of that store, do a little celebration. You DID IT! You got the things. WHOOP!
When you finish your day at work, sing a little song. You moved that project along and helped someone.
When you finish washing the dishes, do a little 10-Second Bootie Wiggle™. You provided sustenance to you and your family.
Not everyone is going to give you a Goal’d Star™ for all the little things you do, so you might as well give them to yourself! It’s that little dopamine hit that keeps us moving forward.
So what if that thing you did wasn’t perfect, it brought you to the next level! You now have something to tweak or launch off of, into something new and brilliant. It’s a step forward. And for those who can’t see it that way, they can remain Scrooges as you dance and celebrate all the stepping stones along the way.
Create Meaningful Connections Through Holiday Celebration
It’s so much easier to take the little steps than to make the big leap…and it builds the muscle for when there is a leap to be made. And once that muscle is trained, you can take the time and energy from worrying and fretting and focus it on your loved ones. You can create the moments of connection because your attention is on the person rather than what you think you need to be doing for them.
That connection is what the season is really about. Connection to hearth, heart, and healing.
As you make your way through this season, remember that every small step, every imperfect effort, and every tiny moment of joy is worth celebrating. These moments help you reconnect with yourself and the people you care about, bringing light into a time that can feel overwhelming.
If you want a fun, simple way to keep that joy flowing all season long, the Holiday Bootie Wiggle™ Challenge is your invitation to celebrate those everyday wins with a smile, a shimmy, and a little extra sparkle. Come join us and make this season feel lighter, brighter, and a whole lot more fun.
May your holidays be blessed with family, friends, and fun this year. Happy Hanukkah, Blessed Solstice, Merry Christmas, and Happy Kwanza to all!