Go From Grinch To Greatful! 3 HUGE Holiday Mistakes That Steal Your Joy
Becoming Badass Podcast Ep #15
In today's blog post, we're exploring how to handle the holiday blues and stop feeling lonely, disappointed, and stressed TF out and find joy and happiness no matter how your life looks!! We'll uncover the common traps many fall into that can turn you into a Grinch and share strategies to ensure your holidays are happy and fulfilling.
Many feel that Christmas should be the happiest time of the year, but what if it’s not?? For some, including myself, it can be lonely, disappointing, and stressful. I used to idealize holidays, expecting them to be or look or feel a certain way. My unrealistic expectations stole my joy and happiness and created only disappointment.
Now I check my idealism at the door and focus on what the holidays are truly about: giving, celebrating, and spending quality time with your loved ones!
Another mistake we often make during the holidays is comparing what we have to what others have. This can be damaging, and only creates a sense of inadequacy and unhappiness. By letting go of this comparison and appreciating what we do have, we can find more joy. By letting go of comparison and expectation, we can fully embrace the beauty of the holidays.
It's okay if your holiday doesn’t look picture-perfect. My own celebrations are simple—filled with traditions like decorating the tree while enjoying eggnog and cookies, or watching favorite holiday movies with my kids. These moments have become enough for me and make me happy.
Every year, the pressure to outdo the past can become overwhelming, especially when we have children. The key is not to let societal pressures dictate your holiday. There’s no need to go into debt for presents or set your heart on creating a spectacular event. Instead, focusing on what genuinely matters – family, love, and connection – can make the holiday special in its own right, without the added stress.
Then there are New Year’s Resolutions….
Listen below to see how I approach the new year and what I do instead that will get your year off to a new and amazing start!
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In this video you’ll hear:
I used to sabatage my holidays by doing this!
how comparing oneself to others can cause despair.
What I think about new years resolutions and what I do instead
I used to perpetually feel disappointed and lonely on the holidays to just enjoying it and being in the present moment with my family
How comparing your life to others will RUIN every single holiday and steal your joy and happiness!
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