What happened to the childlike wonder many of us experienced when we were kids? What happens as we become adults? Why do we become less playful, and somehow forget what it was like to experience true joy, wonder and love during the holidays, and more importantly, in our day-today lives?
The good news is that you can rekindle some of those magical feelings! It all starts with your mindset. Perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed while thinking about all the shopping you must accomplish for the upcoming holidays. I get it. We all have moments when we imagine those long lines, the hustle and bustle of the season, and wrapping until the wee hours of the morning. It can certainly all seem daunting.
You can decide that it’s going to be different this year! Embrace the season with open arms! You can start by choosing to see the wonder and love of this season by focusing on the good things in your life, like how fortunate you are that you have the opportunity to give gifts to the people you love!
Remember that the essential aspect of any present you want to give someone is the thoughtfulness behind the gift. Thoughtfulness doesn’t have to be expensive. Thoughtfulness is a magical gift in itself, and can certainly have the most impact. Most of us have experienced receiving a gift that took very little thought. On the other hand, remember how it feels to receive a gift you loved because it was so thoughtful?
When you are shopping this year, choose love. Choose to be thoughtful. Not only will you delight the people you love, but you will also feel excited to give. We have all heard the saying, “It is better to give than receive.”
That saying certainly rings true when we give of ourselves: our time, love and thoughtfulness. So, remember that it is not the gift that matters – the thoughtfulness and intention behind the gifts we receive, and give are what touches our hearts.
May your holidays be filled with magical moments and lots of love!