Slowing down in a fast forward world during the Holidays

It's the holiday season..it can quickly become a time of stress, anxiety, and overwhelm.

Why Slowing Down in a Fast Forward World Matters

Slowing down during the holidays can create mental and physical health.  By taking a slower pace and creating little pockets of self-care moments, we are sure to find some balance and improve our mood.

I used to rush during the holidays...when my kids were younger.  Maybe my age played into it also.  But I also felt the obligation to "do" Christmas.  I know...I know...unpopular opinion here.  You're supposed to love Christmas/holiday celebrations and all that it brings...most folks do. But there has always been a little voice inside of me that at first was just a whisper...and later became more of a roar. 

That voice was saying...Christmas or whatever holiday you celebrate should be easy. 

Beautiful, imperfect and e a s y! 

I will say that I played into the "gotta go" and "gotta do this" mode for years.  In the end...I'm not sure it really made any difference in our holiday fun.  

Now...regardless of your opinion...I'm not a grinch!  I love fresh evergreens adorning entrances to homes.  A real Christmas tree that fills the room with the scent of walking through a forest is my absolute favorite!!  A softly lit mantle is such a mood lifter during the winter months.  Bits of trinkets and magical moments that make you smile are always welcome.  And of course...candles lit and protected to keep all safe.  

Beautiful Natural Christmas Decor - Pinterest

If your idea of Christmas/holiday is more of the "Deck the Halls" grandeur...I applaud you for creating a holiday filled with sparkle and shimmer in abundance.  The point here is to allow ourselves grace to celebrate in the way that fits our lives the best.  

For me...I'm indulging in hot tea, bringing fresh pines and greens from the yarden and making sure to have some soft Christmas lights inside our little home.  I'll be taking the time to adorn packages with velvet ribbons and baking up some goodies.  Yes...cozy and creating moments of quietly slowing down.