Holiday Harmony and Beyond! Mastering Your Reactions and Staying Sane

In the spirit of the holidays, we're continuing our theme of self-love and gratitude!

We want to enjoy a magical time of twinkling lights, festive treats while being able to cope with those inevitable family moments, work deadlines and grinchy bosses that make you question if you’re actually in a reality show. But what if, instead of reacting like you’re about to star in the next holiday drama, you decided to take control of your reactions? Enter Mel Robbins’ “Let Them” theory – your new mantra for holiday peace.

Here’s the gist: people are going to be themselves. That nosy aunt? She’s going to ask why you’re still single. Your sibling? Yep, they’re going to brag about their perfect life. But instead of getting caught up in their chaos, Robbins suggests a revolutionary idea: let them. Let them talk, let them judge, let them be exactly who they are. Why? Because their actions don’t have to trigger your reactions. You’ve got the remote control to your emotional TV, and it’s time to change the channel from “Family Feud” to “Zen and the Art of Holiday Survival.”

Finally, give yourself some grace. The holidays can be intense, and it’s okay if you don’t nail this perfectly every time. But even small shifts in how you react can lead to big changes in your mental well-being. So, this year, instead of losing your cool, make a commitment to focus on your energy, your joy, and your holiday experience. After all, the only thing you truly control is how you respond – and that’s the ultimate holiday power move. 

When you “let them” you can move to “let me” and fly right into 2025!!