Give Yourself a Gift of Rest During Holidays

Have you managed to get all the right gifts for everyone this year? Are you planning to spend the time with your family and friends? Perhaps traveling, cooking, cleaning…? Planning activities mostly for others to benefit…?

How about you? Has your generosity this year been only limited to others? Are you going to have some time to rest, relax, and simply be? If you are like me, you may be forgetting a bit about that. Thankfully for me, my regular meditation practice reminds me to take that time away from doing. It reminds me to give my body, mind and heart a moment of peace. Do you have something that reminds you of the importance of rest as well?

There is so much written about this topic that I feel like a parrot! Nobody questions these days that we cannot just take care of everyone else without taking care of ourselves. Yet, we still often do it. Especially during Christmas or other holidays when we give and give to others, and we tend to neglect ourselves.

If you are one of those remarkable individuals who do allow themselves to enjoy rest and relaxation, even in the busy holiday period – congrats! But if you tend to forget (like I do), I hope you take this moment to give yourself a gift of rest, peace and relaxation. And here’s my gift to you: a short guided meditation to try it out.

Or, if you have a bit more time – find the meditation tailored specifically to your needs by checking out reflections below.

If you wish to build better self-care habits that work with your life, practice together and find additional support on this journey, do not hesitate to contact me. I will be happy to assist. I wish you all peaceful and relaxing holidays and a fulfilling and joyful New Year!