Dave Johnson, PhD, CNS, BC, LMFT, employee assistance specialist, Parkview Health, invites us to slow down this holiday season and tune into the magical moments made possible through mindfulness.
The idea of getting a Christmas tree, of looking for the right one at the right time, is a moment of reflection. But perhaps the most rewarding part of the decorating process, is having the tree up, situated and decorated. When it's lit and pretty and you get to reap the benefit of gazing at its beauty.
For many, this is an invitation to get up early, before anyone else is up and hold your coffee and have a moment to breathe yourself. To be present in the gratitude of the season and the loved ones who are present to share in all the joy. To reflect on blessings. A decorated tree is a pause point for awe in the sights and smells of the holiday season.
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