EPISODE · Dec 11, 2023 · 35 MIN

11. You Are The Gift

from This Is For Us · host Noël Roberts Coley

In this episode, I am talking about the holidays and the emotions that come with it. We all have those moments where we look at someone else's life and think they have it all together, but guess what? We're all in the same boat!  We're all more alike than we think. It's so easy to compare ourselves to others and think they have it all figured out. But the truth is, for every person you admire, there's someone admiring you too. We all share the same struggles and emotions, and it's important to remember that we're not meant to go through it alone. The holiday season can be a mixed bag of emotions for many of us. We may be feeling lonely, heartbroken, or overwhelmed by stress. But in all the chaos, it's important to remember that the magic of the season is something only you can create. Whether it's your first Christmas as a single person or you're dealing with loss, you have the power to choose how you want to experience this time.  We never truly know what someone else is going through, even if they appear to have it all together. It's essential to approach others with kindness and empathy, especially during the holiday season. There are people out there who may be feeling lonely, heartbroken, or struggling to keep their head above water. Let's remember the true meaning of the holidays and extend a helping hand or a listening ear to those who may need it. Together, we can change the narrative of feeling alone and create a supportive community.  I hope you love this episode xoxo   Highlights: [00:04:11] Feeling overwhelmed during the holidays. [00:08:20] Social media and holiday expectations. [00:11:08] Life behind social media. [00:15:57] Gifts of presence over material. [00:17:23] Gift-giving stress. [00:20:29] Gift-giving and avoiding guilt. [00:24:31] The true meaning of magic. [00:27:31] Your Christmas, Your Holiday. [00:30:42] Creating Christmas traditions. [00:34:29] Resonating with your heart.