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Elyssa Nalani

7 Ways to Practice Self Care During the Holidays

health & wellness· LIFE· self care

24 Nov

It’s Thanksgiving week  – how are you doing? Let’s talk about self care during the holidays! The season has begun and while I am excited to make the most of it despite the craziness of 2020, I also want to be very intentional about how I taking care of myself during the hustle and bustle. I’m doing my best to hold the tension of living in the present and positioning myself for a fresh new year! As we navigate the challenges and nuances of the 2020 holidays, I thought a good self care plan was in order! So I’m sharing 7 tips to stay sane, joyful, and whole during the hustle and bustle!

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(this post contains affiliate links. see disclosure here)


1. SELF CARE THROUGH SOUND – Turn Up the Music!

In her latest book, Welcome Home (which I highly recommend!), Myquillyn Smith talks about using our five senses in home decor and hosting in every season. For our sense of hearing, she encourages her readers to make playlists both for seasons and holidays and I love this idea!

image of Welcome Home book by Myquillyn Smith self care

I’m a heavy Spotify user and take great joy in making playlists as well as discovering new, already-made playlists! Using your favorite music platform, I encourage you to make lists with favorite tunes, new and old! But remember, make sure you’re acknowledging both the seasons and the holidays. So for instance, we definitely need our favorite Christmas tunes but let’s not forget the winter season as a whole. Whatever makes you feel the sparkle and cozy warmth of wintertime, put it in a playlist to enjoy from December til the first hints of springtime.

Great Autumn Jazz Playlist

My November Praise & Worship Playlist (CLUB 119 WORTHY) 

Enchanting Winter Playlist

My Christmas Playlist (sacred)

My Holiday Playlist (mixed)


2. SELF CARE THROUGH DECISION-MAKING – Say No

No doubt, you’re feeling pulled in several directions to keep all the different plates spinning. Incase no one has told you yet, allow me: 

It’s okay to say no.

In fact, not only is it okay, it’s imperative for your peace and joy that you be really intentional about what you sign up for. Don’t say ‘yes’ when you’d rather not and don’t feel pressured to do something that isn’t right for the season you’re in. I highly encourage you to have a check system to help you with fielding requests upon your days. Before you say ‘yes’ to someone, consult with your calendar, spouse, or even your children if that’s appropriate. Make sure you’re not double booking yourself or forgetting a prior commitment. Make sure you not only have the time on your calendar but also the emotional space to handle another item on your to do list. And don’t forget check with your gut. Does the request spark joy or bring dread or weariness? Those gut reactions shouldn’t be our only decision making tool but they are good indicators as to what you might need to pass on. 

If you struggle with decision fatigue or overwhelm as a general rule, I recommend these three awesome reads. 

Don’t Overthink It

image to buy Don't Overthink It book by Anne Bogel self care

The Best Yes

image of The Best Yes book by Lysa Terkeurst self care

The Next Right Thing: A Simple, Soulful Practice for Making Life Decisions

image to buy The Next Right Thing book by Emily P. Freeman self care

Emily is releasing a guided journal in January as well! If you want more decision-making help, pre-order your copy!!image to buy The Next Right Thing Guided Journal by Emily P. Freeman self care


3. SELF CARE THROUGH GOOD HABITS – TAKE CARE OF YOUR Skin

I don’t know about you but when I’m stressed, worn out, and frazzled, it shows up on my face big time. I’ve never been great at keeping up with multi-step facial care routines but turning 30 this year has reminded me that I need to be serious about taking care of the only face I’ve got!

Several months ago, I started using some amazing skin care products from ISKRA by Kortnye. Kortnye is a friend of mine and I tell you, her amazing skin care line makes me feel like a self-care boss and like I’m winning the skin care game!! Here’s my face after the first week! I know, right?! Who doesn’t want to glow during the holidays rather than looking like 2020 knocked ’em in the teeth (even if that is actually true! #strugglebus).self care image of ISKRA skin care results

Good skincare doesn’t have to require a 17-step routine (I mean, it can if that brings you joy and makes your skin feel like a million bucks!). Start with a few basic steps and then build from there. Just make sure you’re being intentional in paying attention to what your skin needs!

I’ve really enjoyed using ISKRA products as part of my night time regimen. There is nothing like washing off all the gunk and stress of the day and nourishing my skin with clean, lovely ingredients that make me feel luxurious and like a grown up! Check them out!!

GIVEAWAY!!

What’s especially fun about this post is that Kortnye has generously partnered with me for a giveaway for my community! And we not only have one prize but TWO! You have a chance to win either a GRAND PRIZE of a set of products worth over $300 or a SECOND PRIZE set of products worth over $200!

self care image for ISKRA grand prize giveaway

self care image for ISKRA second prize giveaway

INSTRUCTIONS TO ENTER THE GIVEAWAY:

THIS GIVEAWAY IS OPEN TO US RESIDENTS ONLY. DOMESTIC SHIPPING ONLY.

TAKE THE ISKRA SELF CARE QUIZ & ENTER YOUR NAME & EMAIL ADDRESS AT THE END FOR ONE ENTRY TO THE GIVEAWAY. 

SELF CARE QUIZ

TAKE THE QUIZ + SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL OR FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM FOR A SECOND ENTRY TO THE GIVEAWAY.

GIVEAWAY CLOSES ON DECEMBER 11, 2020 SO BE SURE AND GET YOUR ENTRY IN!!


4. SELF CARE THROUGH HEALTH – Take Care of your Immune System

Okay, so this is the year of COVID and so I don’t have to convince you that taking care of ourselves against germs is super important. However, I’d be remiss if I left it off the list because it can be easy to forget simple preventative measures during the hustle and bustle of the holidays. So here’s your reminder to stay on top of your vitamins C and D intake, don’t overdo it with sugar, drink plenty of water and be sure to get lots of good sleep. I know this is the time of year we tend to indulge in holiday treats and I’m not here to tell you not to enjoy BUT make sure you also eat lots of nutritious foods (there are plenty of ways to have fun with fruits and veggies) so that your immune system doesn’t take a hit due to lack of proper care.

I’m not naturally good at finding creative ways to eat more eat fruits and veggies so I turn to cookbooks for inspiration. Here are a few that I either own or have on my wishlist:

The Love and Lemons Cookbook: An Apple-to-Zucchini Celebration of Impromptu Cooking

self care image to buy Love and Lemons cookbook

Love and Lemons Every Day: More than 100 Bright, Plant-Forward Recipes for Every Meal: A Cookbook

self care image to buy Love and Lemons Everyday cookbook

Love Real Food: More Than 100 Feel-Good Vegetarian Favorites to Delight the Senses and Nourish the Body: A Cookbook

self care image to buy Love Real Food cookbook

The Complete Plant-Based Cookbook: 500 Inspired, Flexible Recipes for Eating Well Without Meat (The Complete ATK Cookbook Series)

self care image to buy The Complete Plant Based cookbook

Plants-Only Kitchen: Over 70 Delicious, Super-Simple, Powerful and Protein-Packed Recipes for Busy People

self care image to buy Plants Only Kitchen cookbook


5. SELF CARE THROUGH QUIET – TAKE A BREAK FROM NOISE & DISTRACTIONS

Working from home, child-free means I spend much of my time on my own. While that could mean most of my time is quiet, it doesn’t! I’m usually listening to or watching something during work or when I take breaks. Even though I’m not physically around people for work on a regular basis, I have to be really intentional about quiet time away from work, projects, social media, binge watching Netflix and all the rest. I’m going to assume the same goes for you too! Making time for quiet isn’t always easy but it’s super important for healthy self care!

For me, quiet time consists of journaling, prayer, and Bible study. This year, I’ve started using 3 really awesome products that have quickly become mainstays for these important activities.

Give Me Jesus Journal

self care image to buy Give Me Jesus Journal

Val Marie Paper Prayer Journal

self care image to buy Val Marie Paper Prayer Journal

Growth Book

self care image to buy Growth Roots Co. Growth Book

Remember, if you don’t intentionally schedule quiet time, it’s not going to happen during the hustle and bustle. Write it in your planner and make it happen!

self care image of quiet time stack


6. SELF CARE THROUGH RELATIONSHIPS – Love on Your People

Make sure that during the hustle and bustle, you make time to love on your people. Spend time with those who mean the most to you. And even though traveling, gathering, & celebrating looks different this year, that doesn’t mean we can’t show the love. Send a card, make a call, deliver something homemade. Our relationships are so important, make sure you’re taking good care of them! This has been a rough year, let’s make sure they feel our love!

self careimage of Steven and Elyssa

Need some ideas for homemade Christmas gifts? I got a search started for you HERE


7. SELF CARE THROUGH PLANNING – Think About Next Year

As a planner during the holidays, I can’t help thinking about the first quarter of the next year. I’m already thinking about my 2021 goals, what projects I want to work on, and all the things I want to improve or do differently in my personal life. This is my personality, yes, but I want to encourage you to start thinking about the new year too. I believe when we start thinking about what happens after the final party and all the holiday decor has been put away, we can have more peace of mind during the festivities and fewer holiday blues afterwards! Self care means paying attention to your future!

So what’s helping me with all that planning and goal setting? Two amazing planning tools!

self care image of Full Focus Planner and PowerSheets

MY FAVORITE GOAL SETTING TOOL – 2021 PowerSheets® Collection

MY 2021 PLANNER – Full Focus Planner


There we go! Seven ways to make sure you take care of yourself this holiday season! Here’s the video version of this post if you’d like to watch!

Happy Holidays!!

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Whenever I feel afraid⁠ I hold my head erect⁠ Whenever I feel afraid⁠
I hold my head erect⁠
And whistle a happy tune⁠
So no one will suspect I'm afraid⁠
⁠
I strike a careless pose⁠
And whistle a happy tune⁠
And no one ever knows I'm afraid⁠
⁠
The result of this deception⁠
Is very strange to tell⁠
For when I fool the people⁠
I fear I fool myself as well⁠
⁠
I whistle a happy tune⁠
And every single time⁠
The happiness in the tune⁠
Convinces me that I'm not afraid⁠
⁠
Make believe you're brave⁠
And the trick will take you far⁠
You may be as brave⁠
As you make believe you areYou may be as brave⁠
As you make believe you are⁠
⁠
Oscar Hammerstein II / Richard Rodgers⁠
⁠
#justforfun #wednesdaylyrics #showtunes #rodgersandhammerstein #thekingandi
#mondayverse #startright #haveconfidence #mondayverse #startright #haveconfidence
FEARLESS HEART printable sticker kit coming to Pat FEARLESS HEART printable sticker kit coming to Patreon this weekend! Stay tuned 😊
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#januaryscripturewriting #club119writers #scripturewriting 
#journaling #journal #stickers #journalingcommunity #scripture #journalingstickers #fearlessheart #patreon
I posted about my 2021 goals yesterday. The first I posted about my 2021 goals yesterday. The first one was to Pursue Jesus Relentlessly. One of the ways I am making that actionable is to make a list of spiritual disciplines I want to focus on in 2021. Disciplines for the sake of disciplines don’t bring us closer to Jesus but they can, if we let them, position us to be more aware of how God can change our hearts and behaviors.
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If you’re a goal setter and haven’t considered spiritual disciplines, maybe consider adding some to your 2021 list 😊 There are more than just these 6 to chose from (do a quick Google search and you’ll find a plethora).
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#2021 #prayer #fasting #generosity #biblestudy #biblereading #scripture 
#spiritualdisciplines
I absolutely love setting goals every year. Not be I absolutely love setting goals every year. Not because I crush every one of them every time (because I most certainly don’t 😜) but because it gives me direction and focus and helps me filter out the things that aren’t important right now in this season of my life.
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I’ve set 8 goals for the year. I’m still working on definition & action planning but these are the areas of my life that I want to focus on and pursue.
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Have you set goals for 2021? Drop one (or a few) of them in the comments below! 👇🏽
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#goalsetter #goalsetting #stayfocused #tendinglist #cultivatewhatmatters #2021goals #selfdevelopment #takecareofyourself #pursuejesus #stewardship
My 2021 word of the year. . Do you have one? Drop My 2021 word of the year.
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Do you have one? Drop them below 👇🏽 I’d love to read them!
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#wordoftheyear #wordoftheyear2021 #steadfast #theyearofsteadfast
One of my 1st Quarter goals is to read the entire One of my 1st Quarter goals is to read the entire Bible. In this blog post I share my reading plan and a couple of the tools I’m using to get through the Old & New Testament! If you want to read the whole Bible in 2021, maybe consider 90 days 😊
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Link in bio 
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#readthebible #readtheword2021 #readthebiblein90days #readyourbible #90daybiblechallenge #biblereadingplan #readthebible2021
#mondayverse #startright #psalms #lovethelord #clu #mondayverse #startright #psalms #lovethelord #club119writers
January’s CLUB 119 theme is Fearless Heart. Need January’s CLUB 119 theme is Fearless Heart. Need an extra dose of the kind of bravery that comes from God’s strength, provision, & grace? Me too! This scripture writing plan has got it! Shout out to @lady_alba26 for putting this plan together for our community 😊

I know I’m several days late posting this but it’s not too late to jump in!
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#januaryscripturewriting #scripturewritingplan #scripturewritingchallenge #club119writers #fearlessheart #womenintheword #womeninthewordtogether
One year ago today we were full of hope for 2020, One year ago today we were full of hope for 2020, the year of clear vision and the bright beginning of a wonderful new decade. But then 2020 happened and now most of us are feeling battle scarred & weary.
There is no promise for a better year ahead. But God is the same yesterday, today, & forever. We don’t have to know everything because He knows the end from the beginning. So we raise our glasses and we celebrate. Not because January 1 is magical but because God is powerful and He is in control. Happy New Year and may God bless you and keep you 😊❤️ 
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#happynewyear #celebration #godisincontrol
I love him. So much. That’s all. I love him. So much. That’s all.
How could you wait another minute⁠ A hug is warm How could you wait another minute⁠
A hug is warmer when you're in it⁠
And baby that's a fact⁠
And saying I love you's always better⁠
Seasons, reasons, they don't matter⁠
So don't hold back⁠
⁠
How many people in this world⁠
So needful in this world⁠
How many people are praying for love⁠
⁠
So don't save it all for Christmas Day⁠
Find a way⁠
To give a little love everyday⁠
Don't save it all for Christmas Day⁠
Find your way⁠
'Cause holidays have come and gone⁠
But love lives on⁠
If you give on⁠
Love⁠
⁠
Celine Dion / Ric Wake / Peter Zizzo⁠
.⁠
#wednesdaylyrics #christmassongs #dontsaveitallforchristmasday #givelove #spreadlove #themostwonderfultimeoftheyear #merrychristmas
#mondayverses #startright #christmas #themostwond #mondayverses #startright #christmas  #themostwonderfultimeoftheyear #thegreatcommission
As the years went by we learned more about gifts⁠
The giving of ourselves and what that means⁠
On a dark and cloudy day, a man hung crying in the rain⁠
All because of love, all because of love⁠
⁠
Oh and we were the reason that He gave His life⁠
We were the reason that He suffered and died⁠
To a world that was lost, He gave all He could give⁠
To show us the reason to live⁠
⁠
I've finally found the reason for living⁠
It's in giving every part of my heart to Him⁠
In all that I do, every word that I say⁠
I'll be giving my all just for Him, for Him⁠
⁠
 David Meece⁠
.⁠
#wednesdaylyrics #christmassongs #wearethereason #themostwonderfultimeoftheyear #merrychristmas #becauseoflove #thegreatestgift
#mondayverses #christmas #startright #christmassto #mondayverses #christmas #startright #christmasstory  #merrychristmas #themostwonderfultimeoftheyear
It’s Wednesday. I hope your week is going well. It’s Wednesday. 
I hope your week is going well. And if it isn’t, I hope you’re finding joy in the simple & beautiful. I hope you’re both working hard & taking time to care for yourself and your people ☺️ You’re loved and your life is important — just thought you should know 🙂
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#wednesdaythoughts #takecareofyourself #favoritetimeoftheyear #selfcare
All of the angels lifted up their voices⁠ And fi All of the angels lifted up their voices⁠
And filled the night with Hallelujah's⁠
God is with us now⁠
⁠
Everyone come and join the heavenly chorus⁠
Our Savior King is here before us⁠
All to hear the sound⁠
The song creation sang⁠
When hope came down⁠
⁠
So let us sing Redemption Song⁠
Let us worship Christ the holy one⁠
We were lost, but we were found⁠
When hope came down⁠
⁠
Ben Glover / Kari Brooke Jobe⁠
.⁠
#wednesdaylyrics #christmassongs #whenhopecamedown #silentnight #themostwonderfultimeoftheyear #redemption #merrychristmas #godwithus
Okay, almost 10 days to Christmas and the weather Okay, almost 10 days to Christmas and the weather this week is supposed to stay chilly and sunny which is my fave! I have a list a mile long of things to get done before December 31st but I also don’t want to be so busy that I miss the wonder of the Advent season as well. I’m not a master at time management (yet) buuuut I’m working on it and one thing that really helps is when I sit down with a cup of tea in the middle of the afternoon. It’s a slow-down ritual that I’m learning to appreciate more and more.
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I cannot wait to try my new teas in my December @sipsby box! This month selection is - 

• Cucumber Apple Cold Brew from @teapigsus
• Honey Lavender Stress Relief from @yogitea
• Tulsi Original from @organicindiausa 
• Hojicha from @coalitiontea
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Visit the link in my bio to take your quiz & get personalized boxes sent to you every month!
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Tell me, what are you doing to slow down this season?
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#sipsbybox #sipsbytea #slowdown #advent #christmas #christmastime #rituals #takecareofyourself #favoritetimeoftheyear #mostwonderfultimeoftheyear
#mondayverses #startright #christmas #merrychristm #mondayverses #startright #christmas #merrychristmas #themostwonderfultimeoftheyear #christmasstory
I haven’t been making Youtube videos regularly t I haven’t been making Youtube videos regularly this year and man, I have really lost the rhythm. I’ve had to build energy and desire all over again. Today is the first day in awhile where I can say it’s actually a good filming day and it feels so good 😊 We’re not talking about anything fancy. It’s just me turning the camera on and talking. Who knew it took practice to get comfortable and back into feeling like I’m chatting with you? Well for me, apparently I needed to get over the hump. I hope this means I’m back in the rhythm 😊
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This is your reminder to keep pushing and get over the hump. Don’t give up right before things fall into a rhythm. Don’t give up before it’s gets good. You know things take time and practice. If you need permission to take it slow, sis, here it is. Keep doing the things you do. Don’t give up. 
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#motivation #keepgoing #cultivatewhatmatters #dontgiveup #beyou #practicemakesprogress #goodthingstaketime #makeithappen #begentlewithyourself
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Whenever I feel afraid⁠ I hold my head erect⁠ Whenever I feel afraid⁠
I hold my head erect⁠
And whistle a happy tune⁠
So no one will suspect I'm afraid⁠
⁠
I strike a careless pose⁠
And whistle a happy tune⁠
And no one ever knows I'm afraid⁠
⁠
The result of this deception⁠
Is very strange to tell⁠
For when I fool the people⁠
I fear I fool myself as well⁠
⁠
I whistle a happy tune⁠
And every single time⁠
The happiness in the tune⁠
Convinces me that I'm not afraid⁠
⁠
Make believe you're brave⁠
And the trick will take you far⁠
You may be as brave⁠
As you make believe you areYou may be as brave⁠
As you make believe you are⁠
⁠
Oscar Hammerstein II / Richard Rodgers⁠
⁠
#justforfun #wednesdaylyrics #showtunes #rodgersandhammerstein #thekingandi
#mondayverse #startright #haveconfidence #mondayverse #startright #haveconfidence
FEARLESS HEART printable sticker kit coming to Pat FEARLESS HEART printable sticker kit coming to Patreon this weekend! Stay tuned 😊
.
#januaryscripturewriting #club119writers #scripturewriting 
#journaling #journal #stickers #journalingcommunity #scripture #journalingstickers #fearlessheart #patreon
I posted about my 2021 goals yesterday. The first I posted about my 2021 goals yesterday. The first one was to Pursue Jesus Relentlessly. One of the ways I am making that actionable is to make a list of spiritual disciplines I want to focus on in 2021. Disciplines for the sake of disciplines don’t bring us closer to Jesus but they can, if we let them, position us to be more aware of how God can change our hearts and behaviors.
.
If you’re a goal setter and haven’t considered spiritual disciplines, maybe consider adding some to your 2021 list 😊 There are more than just these 6 to chose from (do a quick Google search and you’ll find a plethora).
.
#2021 #prayer #fasting #generosity #biblestudy #biblereading #scripture 
#spiritualdisciplines
I absolutely love setting goals every year. Not be I absolutely love setting goals every year. Not because I crush every one of them every time (because I most certainly don’t 😜) but because it gives me direction and focus and helps me filter out the things that aren’t important right now in this season of my life.
.
I’ve set 8 goals for the year. I’m still working on definition & action planning but these are the areas of my life that I want to focus on and pursue.
.
Have you set goals for 2021? Drop one (or a few) of them in the comments below! 👇🏽
.
#goalsetter #goalsetting #stayfocused #tendinglist #cultivatewhatmatters #2021goals #selfdevelopment #takecareofyourself #pursuejesus #stewardship
My 2021 word of the year. . Do you have one? Drop My 2021 word of the year.
.
Do you have one? Drop them below 👇🏽 I’d love to read them!
.
#wordoftheyear #wordoftheyear2021 #steadfast #theyearofsteadfast
One of my 1st Quarter goals is to read the entire One of my 1st Quarter goals is to read the entire Bible. In this blog post I share my reading plan and a couple of the tools I’m using to get through the Old & New Testament! If you want to read the whole Bible in 2021, maybe consider 90 days 😊
.
Link in bio 
.
#readthebible #readtheword2021 #readthebiblein90days #readyourbible #90daybiblechallenge #biblereadingplan #readthebible2021
#mondayverse #startright #psalms #lovethelord #clu #mondayverse #startright #psalms #lovethelord #club119writers
January’s CLUB 119 theme is Fearless Heart. Need January’s CLUB 119 theme is Fearless Heart. Need an extra dose of the kind of bravery that comes from God’s strength, provision, & grace? Me too! This scripture writing plan has got it! Shout out to @lady_alba26 for putting this plan together for our community 😊

I know I’m several days late posting this but it’s not too late to jump in!
.
#januaryscripturewriting #scripturewritingplan #scripturewritingchallenge #club119writers #fearlessheart #womenintheword #womeninthewordtogether
One year ago today we were full of hope for 2020, One year ago today we were full of hope for 2020, the year of clear vision and the bright beginning of a wonderful new decade. But then 2020 happened and now most of us are feeling battle scarred & weary.
There is no promise for a better year ahead. But God is the same yesterday, today, & forever. We don’t have to know everything because He knows the end from the beginning. So we raise our glasses and we celebrate. Not because January 1 is magical but because God is powerful and He is in control. Happy New Year and may God bless you and keep you 😊❤️ 
.
#happynewyear #celebration #godisincontrol
I love him. So much. That’s all. I love him. So much. That’s all.
How could you wait another minute⁠ A hug is warm How could you wait another minute⁠
A hug is warmer when you're in it⁠
And baby that's a fact⁠
And saying I love you's always better⁠
Seasons, reasons, they don't matter⁠
So don't hold back⁠
⁠
How many people in this world⁠
So needful in this world⁠
How many people are praying for love⁠
⁠
So don't save it all for Christmas Day⁠
Find a way⁠
To give a little love everyday⁠
Don't save it all for Christmas Day⁠
Find your way⁠
'Cause holidays have come and gone⁠
But love lives on⁠
If you give on⁠
Love⁠
⁠
Celine Dion / Ric Wake / Peter Zizzo⁠
.⁠
#wednesdaylyrics #christmassongs #dontsaveitallforchristmasday #givelove #spreadlove #themostwonderfultimeoftheyear #merrychristmas
#mondayverses #startright #christmas #themostwond #mondayverses #startright #christmas  #themostwonderfultimeoftheyear #thegreatcommission
As the years went by we learned more about gifts⁠
The giving of ourselves and what that means⁠
On a dark and cloudy day, a man hung crying in the rain⁠
All because of love, all because of love⁠
⁠
Oh and we were the reason that He gave His life⁠
We were the reason that He suffered and died⁠
To a world that was lost, He gave all He could give⁠
To show us the reason to live⁠
⁠
I've finally found the reason for living⁠
It's in giving every part of my heart to Him⁠
In all that I do, every word that I say⁠
I'll be giving my all just for Him, for Him⁠
⁠
 David Meece⁠
.⁠
#wednesdaylyrics #christmassongs #wearethereason #themostwonderfultimeoftheyear #merrychristmas #becauseoflove #thegreatestgift
#mondayverses #christmas #startright #christmassto #mondayverses #christmas #startright #christmasstory  #merrychristmas #themostwonderfultimeoftheyear
It’s Wednesday. I hope your week is going well. It’s Wednesday. 
I hope your week is going well. And if it isn’t, I hope you’re finding joy in the simple & beautiful. I hope you’re both working hard & taking time to care for yourself and your people ☺️ You’re loved and your life is important — just thought you should know 🙂
.
#wednesdaythoughts #takecareofyourself #favoritetimeoftheyear #selfcare
All of the angels lifted up their voices⁠ And fi All of the angels lifted up their voices⁠
And filled the night with Hallelujah's⁠
God is with us now⁠
⁠
Everyone come and join the heavenly chorus⁠
Our Savior King is here before us⁠
All to hear the sound⁠
The song creation sang⁠
When hope came down⁠
⁠
So let us sing Redemption Song⁠
Let us worship Christ the holy one⁠
We were lost, but we were found⁠
When hope came down⁠
⁠
Ben Glover / Kari Brooke Jobe⁠
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#wednesdaylyrics #christmassongs #whenhopecamedown #silentnight #themostwonderfultimeoftheyear #redemption #merrychristmas #godwithus
Okay, almost 10 days to Christmas and the weather Okay, almost 10 days to Christmas and the weather this week is supposed to stay chilly and sunny which is my fave! I have a list a mile long of things to get done before December 31st but I also don’t want to be so busy that I miss the wonder of the Advent season as well. I’m not a master at time management (yet) buuuut I’m working on it and one thing that really helps is when I sit down with a cup of tea in the middle of the afternoon. It’s a slow-down ritual that I’m learning to appreciate more and more.
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I cannot wait to try my new teas in my December @sipsby box! This month selection is - 

• Cucumber Apple Cold Brew from @teapigsus
• Honey Lavender Stress Relief from @yogitea
• Tulsi Original from @organicindiausa 
• Hojicha from @coalitiontea
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Visit the link in my bio to take your quiz & get personalized boxes sent to you every month!
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Tell me, what are you doing to slow down this season?
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#sipsbybox #sipsbytea #slowdown #advent #christmas #christmastime #rituals #takecareofyourself #favoritetimeoftheyear #mostwonderfultimeoftheyear
#mondayverses #startright #christmas #merrychristm #mondayverses #startright #christmas #merrychristmas #themostwonderfultimeoftheyear #christmasstory
I haven’t been making Youtube videos regularly t I haven’t been making Youtube videos regularly this year and man, I have really lost the rhythm. I’ve had to build energy and desire all over again. Today is the first day in awhile where I can say it’s actually a good filming day and it feels so good 😊 We’re not talking about anything fancy. It’s just me turning the camera on and talking. Who knew it took practice to get comfortable and back into feeling like I’m chatting with you? Well for me, apparently I needed to get over the hump. I hope this means I’m back in the rhythm 😊
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This is your reminder to keep pushing and get over the hump. Don’t give up right before things fall into a rhythm. Don’t give up before it’s gets good. You know things take time and practice. If you need permission to take it slow, sis, here it is. Keep doing the things you do. Don’t give up. 
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#motivation #keepgoing #cultivatewhatmatters #dontgiveup #beyou #practicemakesprogress #goodthingstaketime #makeithappen #begentlewithyourself
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