I used to dread holidays because I was often disappointed. I had expectations about how I wanted things to go and how I wanted people to act toward each other. But lately, things have changed drastically for the better. I’ve had an attitude shift!
THIS IS FOR YOU!!!
Whether you are a Mom, a ministry leader or a missionary. Whether you have a job away from home or you homeschool. Whether you are married or single, I promise you, this is for YOU!!!
Whether you celebrate holidays alone or with family, what has been your experience? Have you wished things could be different? Better?
As you think TOWARD the upcoming holiday, what are you feeling? What pressure are you experiencing? What do you fear? What do you hope for? What is your heart telling you?
Do any of these words describe the mood of you or others during holidays?
- Cranky
- Inconvenienced
- Ungrateful
- Grumpy
- Tired
- Overworked
- Overwhelmed
- Anxious
- Disappointed
- Discouraged
What if you decided to do what I have begun to do?
To CHOOSE JOY???
Yup! That is my “secret”!!!
What if little by little, you begin to turn your crankiness into times of gratitude for the small things…choosing gratitude for what is good and right and lovely in your world, rather than focusing on what is overwhelming you or hurting you? What if you start right now?!
If you have found this attitude shift to be true in your own life, would you take time to post here? It could help someone else have a much better experience going through their next holiday. Who knows whose heart you might encourage because you took the time to share.
God bless you bunches!
Thank you for all you do!
Awaiting His shout,
The MomCourager™
No expectations, no traditions that’s the way to go.