Parenting with Confidence
Welcoming holiday magic
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Don’t let the stress of the season take away from the joy
his time of year think it’s important we truly always has me reflect- remember to keep the magic alive ing on how to apprewithin our own hearts and in ciate life a bit. In our homes. Just look at your the past 18 months, it’s children, they know better than most of us no secret we have by how to keep their all had our own light shining. personal struggles with the panThis year, I demic. Howhope you make ever, even in the sure you create hard times, we the Christmas and can find the holiday season you good moments in our want for your family. lives. It’s been a joy to see so If you want more time many kind people have helped to truly enjoy and relax others in need. There are still this time of year instead of ways we can choose joy even in being overwhelmed, try shopthe storms. ping and wrapping gifts earlier This year for Christmas, I than normal. This way you’ll be
Quoida Lauzon
If you want more time to truly enjoy and relax this time of year, try to shop and wrap gifts earlier than normal. This way you’ll be able to enjoy the parts of this season that matter most. able to enjoy the parts of this season that matter most. Consider buying fewer gifts for each person (saves time, money and stress). It truly isn’t about all the presents after all. Look into donating, volunteering and finding ways to give
back to the community. Evidence shows that helping others can also benefit our own mental health and well-being. It’s been shown to reduce stress, help with self-esteem, and improve our moods. It’s a win-win for all parties involved, givers and
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To all of our
A Heartfelt Thank You! 4 Family Now — December 2021
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