December 09, 2009
Deck the Halls with friendship and creation for happy holidays.
Happiness is not about blindly pretending everything is OK when it is not, rather it is about choosing to focus on what is good as much or more than what is bad. During the dark time of year when the days are short and the nights are long, we celebrate holidays that focus on love and light and hope and joy.
The lights and glitter symbolize the real valuables; the ones that money alone can not buy. No matter what your financial situation, your holidays will be brighter and more memorable when you focus on the real values- beauty, truth, friendship, love and creation.
So this year, when you start to deck the halls, take time to spend time with friends and loved ones. Take time to sing and dance and laugh. Take time to create something beautiful. You will enjoy the season more.
And, as you do your holiday shopping, remember that studies have shown that money can buy happiness in two ways- first, when you spend it to make a positive difference for others. Use this guide to make the most of your charitable giving. And, second, when you purchase tools that help you build happiness skills for a life time. See our holiday gift guide for recommendations on how to help yourself and others be happier now and for years to come .
And remember to…
Deck the Halls with friendship and creation for happy holidays.
Affirmation I choose to focus on the beauty, truth, friendship, love and creation in my life. I choose to use the joy this brings to create more beauty and love in the world.
Journal or Meditation Question Where is there beauty, truth, love, friendship and creation in my life? How does my energy level change when I notice and appreciate these things? How can I use this energy to create more beauty, love and friendship?
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