Standing in the Light with Kristine Austin: Peace, Love, and Gratitude at the End of the Year and to Begin Again

In This Episode, We Explore:As the year winds down, Kristine Austin and I explore what it means to live with intention, peace, and presence during the holiday season—and beyond. This episode is a reflective conversation on lessons learned, love redefined, and how to hold light in heavy seasons without burning out.✨ What the Year Taught UsThe biggest challenges we faced this yearThe unexpected gifts that came from difficultyWhat lessons we’re carrying forward into the next season🕊 What It Really Means to Live in PeaceWhat “choosing peace” looks like in family dynamicsPeace as an internal practice—not avoidance or silence❤️ Love Beyond the Hallmark VersionHow our understanding of love has evolved this yearWhat loving yourself looks like during busy or emotional seasonsChoosing compassion over perfection🌟 Holding Light in Heavy SeasonsWhat “light” really means when things don’t feel brightHow to be a light carrier without burning out🍽 Peace at the Table: Navigating Family, Triggers & TraditionsOne grounding practice to use before family gatherings🙏 Gratitude as a Spiritual Practice (Not a Bypass)Honoring the hard alongside the beautiful🌱 Setting Intentions from the HeartHonoring the year we’ve hadCalling in what’s next with clarity, compassion, and trust