For some people it’s the most wonderful time of year. For other people this time of year comes with challenges, frustrations and emotional pain.
Learning how to smoothly navigate the times we live in is an art in and of itself. Respecting people’s feelings, dreams and expectations when it comes to christmas can be difficult.
Even though family knows you best it can be very difficult to start setting boundaries and expressing needs and desires with relatives.
Family gatherings can feel overwhelming and exhausting. Some family members might be curiously and respectfully inquiring about your life and other family members might feel entitled to know how you go about life and make unwanted suggestions and remarks about past decisions.
The social expectations around christmas time can feel crushing and stressful. This is why – once again – I want to emphasize:
Know yourself, your limits, your desires and wishes and gracefully set your boundaries and express your needs. Don’t play the overly adaptable chameleon, don’t attack people for being or feeling differently than you, don’t attend family gatherings because you want to do the next right and responsible thing.
Meet and mingle because you want to and feel comfortable coming and going as you wish and not because it’s expected from you.
Make time for self-care and don’t make your FOMO an excuse to not take care of yourself.
Engage and participate in activities as it feels good to you. The times we live in are so sweet in supporting individuals choice to cut strings in a graceful way. Furthermore people are encouraged to set boundaries or removing themselves altogether when relationships become all too toxic. Setting boundaries can come with a lot of resistance and additional toxicity but it’s worth putting up with.
Reflect and ask yourself these questions
No matter if you are blood related or not – you don’t need to endure toxic situations anymore. You are free and entitled to do what feels best for you. make time and inquire :
Why do I want to socialize ?
Who do I want to spent my precious time with ?
Who inspires me and makes me feel good ?
Who challenges me and helps me grow ?
Who is full on toxic and needs to be avoided at all cost ?
What are my expectations ? Are my expectations realistic ?
What are other people’s expectations towards me and do I want to fulfill them ?
How much do I need to compromise my happiness for other people ?
What would happen if I don’t make compromises this year ?
Prevent burnout during Christmas time
I invite you go outdoors to take breaks in between activities and get togethers. Go for a walk. Sit on a bench or join me at the Yurt to recharge your batteries and to ground and center yourself.
Find below some benefits of spending time in the forest or in the Yurt by the fire place:
Being surrounded by trees, fresh air, and the sounds of nature enhances the therapeutic effect of your journey.
You can feel a sense of escape from the busyness of daily life, promoting focus on their personal growth journey.
The rustling leaves, chirping birds, and the scent of the forest create an immersive experience that enhances the effectiveness of mindfulness, meditation, and yoga sessions.
You can address emotional, mental, and physical aspects of well-being in an integrated and balanced way.
Being in direct contact with the earth in a forest setting allows you to experience grounding. This connection with nature’s energy can have a profound impact on your mental and emotional well-being.
The forest, with its cycles of renewal and growth, can serve as a metaphor for your personal journey. It adds symbolic value to the outdoor experience, fostering a sense of renewal and growth.
It is a unique and memorable experience to spent time in a Yurt
with love and respect for your unique journey to freedom and wellbeing.
Aurora
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