Three Thoughtful Ways to Energize the Holidays

We often get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the holidays, forgetting how simple it really is to plug into spirit of the season. Take a moment to plug into these three thoughtful gifts to light up your heart, energizing the true meaning of giving and positively power the holidays for you, your loved ones and your community. ​

1. Be Present
Unfortunately, we tend to make the holiday season about the wrong kind of presents. 'Tis the season to embrace being present.

The time we have on this earth is a beautiful gift. Slow down and breathe in the present moment. 

​Like a wide-eyed child, seek out the joy and wonder in the world. Look for the beauty in the simplest of things. Be kind to others. Share a smile. Celebrate the time you have with the loved ones around you - your family, your friends, your pets.  Reflect on the good things in your life. Soak yourself with gratitude, count your blessing, and focus on the true spirit of the holidays - the gift of presence.  

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2. Write a handwritten letter
Go beyond the traditional holiday card and write a personalized letter. Yet instead of sharing about what you did this year, focus your letter on what you love, like, and admire about the individual you are sending it to. 

​Share what you appreciate about your friendship, your relationship, and all the ways light up joy in your life. Write about the positive differences you see them make, and how you see them shine their light in the world. Capture the memories with them that always make you smile and ways they fuel with your heart with gratitude.

If you manage people, a genuine handwritten note is a simple way to supercharge appreciation and thank your employees. Shine the light on their strengths, recognize specific accomplishments they had this year, and acknowledge the valuable contributions they positively power every day.​

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3. Volunteer
As the season of giving, one of the most powerful gifts we can give is our time. The holidays are a great time to positively power a difference in your community.

​Whether you’re serving up meals at a local food bank, delivering necessities and toys to families in need, singing carols or offering a listening ear to residents at nearby nursing home, you'll be energizing the real meaning of the holidays as you brighten someone's day.  If you're short on time, donate blood, sending a care package to a soldier, or drop off inspirational cards at the hospital.  There are endless ways fuel peace and presence, share love and light the holiday season!

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Positively Powering kindness never goes out of style. 
You can energize sharing these thoughtful gifts all year long... 
..and never underestimate the value sharing your love, energy, and time
​does to brighten our world!  ​