December 25, 2023

Merry Fucking Christmas: Mindfulness in the Midst of Holiday Madness

22 minutes

Ep. 93 Merry fucking Christmas. Welcome to the Healthy Illness podcast. I am your host, Kelly Marie, and today we're going to dive into the most wonderful time of the year. Or is it? In this episode, we'll explore the complex relationship many of us have with the holiday season, particularly Christmas. As someone who lives with mental health conditions, I understand the challenges that can arise during this time. But I also believe that we can build healthier relationships and find peace amidst the chaos. So, let's dive in.

Key Takeaways:

Christmas can be a challenging time for many people, and it's important to set boundaries and experience it your way!

The pressure to give extravagant gifts and create the perfect holiday experience can be overwhelming and not sustainable.

Love, kindness, and generosity should be practiced every day, not just during the holiday season.

It's important to evaluate why you celebrate the holidays and focus on what brings you joy and healing.

Mindfulness involves accepting and being present in the moment, without judgment.

Quotes:

"Love me today or not at all."

"Everything that brings you peace may not bring you joy."

"Feelings are not facts."

"Be okay with wherever you are."

"Focus on mindfulness and being present in the moment."

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CHAPTERS:

0:00:00 - Introduction to the Healthy Illness podcast and Christmas rant

0:01:29 - Personal dislike of Christmas and childhood experiences

0:03:02 - Love for winter decorations but not the holiday itself

0:04:56 - Criticism of the commercialization and financial strain of Christmas

0:07:09 - Advocacy for showing love and kindness every day, not just holidays

0:09:52 - Pressure to give the best gifts and the culture of caring

0:11:06 - Questioning why love and kindness are only emphasized during holidays

0:12:50 - Reflecting on the true meaning and purpose of celebrating holidays

0:14:28 - Evaluating the impact of holiday celebrations on personal joy and healing

0:16:59 - Understanding that healing may not always feel good or joyful

0:19:01 - Introspection, renewal, remembrance, peace, joy, mindfulness, acceptance, emotions

0:21:56 - Reflecting on the meaning of the holidays and feelings

0:24:10 - Uncertainty about the next episode, being the light

0:25:13 - Resources for support and healing, importance of reaching out

0:26:39 - Happy Damn New Year

#Mindfullness #HolidayStress #MentalHealth #MotivationMonday #Christmas #BaHumbug

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