Tag: christmas reflections
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Choosing Joy on My Own Terms
For the first time, I didn’t feel like I was on the outside looking in. This Christmas, I didn’t perform joy or tradition — I chose to be present. What I found was a quieter, gentler kind of joy that met me exactly where I was.
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When the Year Ends, Capacity Matters More Than Productivity
As the year draws to a close, I find myself thinking less about achievements and more about capacity. About how much this year has asked of us — emotionally, mentally, quietly. Life doesn’t always slow down just because the calendar says it should, and many of us arrive at Christmas more tired than festive. This…
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When Family, Forgiveness, and Christmas Ask Too Much
A reflection on no contact, protection, and choosing peace As Christmas approaches, I’ve been thinking about family — and about the expectations that quietly come with this season. I recently came across a clip online where the topic of adult children choosing to go no contact with their parents was being discussed. The responses were…
Koya Nkrumah 