Heart Full
It’s already that time of year again, and as the holiday season draws near, filling the air twinkling lights and timeless carols, our thoughts often turn to the art of giving. Along with the hustle and bustle of shopping sprees, meal planning, and social events, it's easy to forget that the most profound gift you can offer to the world begins with yourself.
As you begin to buzz through the whirlwind of obligations, make sure you pause and ask, “How full is my cup?” It's like boarding an airplane and hearing the safety demonstration guide you to secure your oxygen mask before helping others. The metaphor is glaringly simple but deeply poignant. How can you serve from an empty vessel? The answer is you can’t.
The mystery of the season lies in the reality that to genuinely give, you must also receive. When your cup is empty, so are the offerings you extend to others. So how do we go about filling our own cups?
Prioritize Self-Care: Reserve sacred moments each day for yourself. Maybe it's a comforting cup of tea, a walk in the morning or evening, slipping into a warm bubble bath, or diving into pages of a compelling novel that transports you to a different world.
Reflect and Recharge: Before the holiday storm sweeps you off your feet, ground yourself in your own essence. Meditate, journal, or simply sit in silence, letting your spirit whisper the wisdom you've been longing to hear.
Set Boundaries: You are not a holiday superhero destined to fulfill everyone's expectations. Decide what you can comfortably offer without draining your reservoirs. Remember, "No" is a complete sentence.
As you move through the holiday season, envision filling your cup as an act of joyous self-honoring. The fuller your cup, the more you have to pour into the lives of those you love.
As you don your festive sweaters and light up your homes, also light up your inner world. Fill your own cup to the brim with love, kindness, and festive cheer. Remember, your heart can only become a beacon of holiday joy if it is illuminated from within. The fullest expression of love begins within you.
So, as you make your list and check it twice, ensure you're on it too. Because the most meaningful gift you can offer the world is a heart full of love, borne from a cup that brims over. Now, go fill that cup! Cheers to a season of giving that starts with giving to yourself.
xoxox…..Sheryl
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