8 Things I Learned In December
Would you believe that Christmas is only 8 days away? Time really does fly by!
As we are about to approach our 4th week of Advent*, here are 8 things I learned during this season:
Waiting can be active. The season of waiting isn’t punishment like I thought it was. In fact, it was preparation for doors that were about to open.
Gratitude is more than an attitude. I need to be more intentional and deliberate about what to be grateful for. It’s not just about being thankful. Gratitude is a powerful practice that will keep us afloat in the midst of a pandemic.
It’s not where or how you start, it’s where or how you end. Your history does NOT determine your destiny.
Meditation is essential for personal development. It has helped me manage my emotions better — in the most natural way possible. The best part is that it is both free and freeing!
It is not selfish to put yourself first and set some boundaries — it is an act of self-compassion. By taking care of yourself and having moments of solitude to recollect and recharge, you will be able to take better care of others in turn.
I don’t have to wait until I’m 100% okay or some kind of an expert to share my story. As long as there is a good moral to it, why not reveal and unpack it? All you really need is a message that comes straight from the heart. If it comes from a place of love, do it!
During uncertain times like 2020, we must hope for either something or someone — be it a promise or a person.
As Gandhi once said, “your life is your message.” It is up to you to own your story and produce fruit out of it!
So, what message are YOU going to leave behind?
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*Fun fact: Advent is a season of “expectant waiting and preparation for both the celebration of the Nativity of Christ (Christmas) and His Second Coming.”