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RISING WOMEN EXPERT
ADVICE...
How do I take the
“daze” out of the Holiday Season?
How do I accommodate or entertain house guests with the children running
around? How do I prepare the children for their first day back to school
after the Holiday? What do I say to friends or relations who give the
children anything they ask for when they visit? How do I ensure I have time
for me? Here are some simple tips:
H = Harmony. When hosting combined adult and children gatherings,
engage children in age appropriate activity set up prior to guest arrival.
Children like to feel like they are contributing to an event; remember to
offer them a place in the planning. Have a chat with your child about how he
can be your “helper”. Encourage their involvement with “good job”; give a
“high five” or a hug.
O = Offer to be of Service. Simple will do the trick and guaranteed
to polish your heart. Assist someone across the street, hold a door open
with a smile, and tell someone you appreciate their efforts; this will
inspire your children to do the same.
L = Listen. Actively listen to your children, partner and friends.
I = Intention. Your intentions create your experiences. Ask yourself
what your intentions are for the holiday. Write them down and review them
regularly.
D = Divine Timing. Holidays can be wonderful for children (and you)
to catch up on sleep. Resume your regular routine a day before school/work
commences so everyone is ready to embrace the first day back.
A = Articulate Your Needs. Prior to their arrival to your home or
yours to theirs, have a discussion with your relations or friends about
preferences for the children such as food, activities, and gift giving
boundaries.
Y = Year Round. Take time for you and your partner. Breathe. Rest.
Pause and have a cup of tea. Soak in a bubble bath. Work-out. Read a
magazine. Meet your partner for a coffee. These activities don’t need to
consume hours of your time, and you’ll be surprised what 20 minutes by
yourself or alone with your partner will do. Nurturing yourself can happen
more than once a year.
S = Stay in the Moment. All too often we think of the next thing we
have to do, which tends to create tension, stress and anxiety. Consider
expectations for yourself and others; ask yourself if they are realistic.
Mary Arbique Vogel, owner of Heart Center Integrated Wellness invites
you to attend an introductory The Way of the Heart gateway session January
22, 2012. For details, contact 403.238.3413 or visit
www.crystalisera.com
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