7 Things to Release to Enjoy the Holidays Your Way
After 10 years of embracing minimalism, the holiday “Not-to-do” list is one of my favorite rituals.
Over the last 10 years, I’ve embraced minimalism to illuminate my priorities and simplify my life. This holiday season, I care about embracing the darkness with courage, creating space for creative magic, and showing up well in my relationships. Decluttering helps.
Simple life influencers like Courtney Carver, Joshua Becker, Marie Kondo, and The Minimalists inspired new rituals and approaches.
I’m not spending hours with relatives, having an okay time, while I eat too much from the decadent buffet and try to avoid drama. I’m not pouring my heart into gifts for people who don’t appreciate me. Instead, I’m prioritizing wellness, joy, and loving connections.
Instead of being overwhelmed or “getting through” the season, I regroup on holiday priorities for this year and make a “not-to-do” list. Over the last few years, this approach has given me the capacity to do more of what I love doing rather than trying to “keep up.”
1. Comparing yourself to others
This one’s so powerful, it’s worth repeating over and over again. Getting into minimalism empowered…
