Once again the holidays are here. For some they are a time of joy and
gathering. For many they are a time of
stress because of the pressure and expectations of family. The feelings of obligation to show up and
play a role that we were cast in as a child but no longer identify with as an
adult can be very frustrating. The
question we need to be asking ourselves to navigate the holidays with integrity
is, “How can I be the person I want to be in the world?” In asking this question we can become mindful
and intentional about the way in which we navigate our interactions. This is a stark contrast to simply acting out
as the result of pressure; be it internal or external. It puts us back in the driver’s seat. As children we were reacting to the world the
adults in our lives surround us with. As
conscious adults we do not need to wait for others to lead, we can choose our
own direction and take responsibility for our behavior and emotional well
being. This holiday season I invite you
to give yourself the gift of integrity by having a plan to take care of and
stay coherent with yourself. Be decent,
loving, kind, and set boundaries.
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