For those who have quick flashbacks to their own upbringing, to the holiday season upon us and the lighting of the hannukiah or decorating of the tree, or both, or others who have celebrated Kwaanza or any other Festivus for the rest of us... This time of year can bring such an amalgamation of feelings and memories, it always amazes, catches me off guard, and can even, heaven forbid, bring a sense of joy. At this time of year, in my practice, I always encourage my clients to allow themselves a time of introspection, to look back, review, revel, and release things that weigh them, tie them, or keep them stuck in this year as they prepare for the next to arrive. The same must hold true for me as well. You know, practice what you preach...
As well, I am able to see how the development and new amazing things that my daughter is encountering in her ever-expanding world can allow my wife and I to reexperience it all with her, see how she learns, enjoys, gets frustrated with, and then can master something in her world. Although it can be difficult for those of us who have some blocks to our memories from childhood due to whatever reasons, whether trauma, stress, or something else during that particular time frame, it's always awesome to be able to experience it all again, anew, through fresh and open eyes. So, keeping it sweet, and semi-short, here's wishing a great holiday season, and a time to be good to yourself and those around you!
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