Holidays Filled with Local Gratitude and Self-Care
What is it about December that brings up so many emotions? We can run the gamut between holiday hope, love or angst connected to our families, the dark-days-of-winter sadness, worry and weariness around holiday preparations, grief for loved ones who left this world or moved on with their lives, trepidation, happiness, joy, and other emotions. Our editorial lineup this month reflects the themes of reconnection, rejuvenation, self-care and the emotions around the holidays. Let’s take care of ourselves…and be grateful!
With this month, some might experience anxiety. We look into the whys of and ways to face anxiety in a local article from Lynda Mettler. Our Inspiration article shifts the focus from nostalgia for what was to new traditions sparking joy.
As we explore presents in our “Soulful Holiday Gifts” and “Click Local” articles, give your loved ones the gift of restorative self-care for a service or product they deserve but wouldn’t “splurge” on. How about an experience or service from a local practitioner or center—such as massage, acupuncture, yoga, meditation, salt room sessions, sound or energy healing, or desired trainings—or buy gifts from local businesses in person or online? Check out our advertisers’ services and products throughout the magazine and in our community resource guide section to support local businesses.
Our calendar sections include multiple winter solstice celebrations and local events. As much as I honor the change of seasons, I am looking forward to our days getting longer again after the 21st. (In the meantime, I am going to make some healthier cookies from our Conscious Eating article!) How will you honor the winter solstice with your family and community? Tag us on social media to share your fun, interesting, novel and/or traditional customs with our readers in your area.
Here’s to a grateful December and holiday season for you and your loved ones!
Ariana Rawls Fine, Publisher
