Hello Everyone,
I’ve been away from the
blog for a while now; got caught up in other things but I kept missing the blog
a lot so I’m back. The harmattan is everywhere now; you know that weather that
lets you know it’s the month of Christmas. It’s been a long year and many
things have happened. It’s easy to get caught up in what went wrong this year,
expectations you had that didn’t come to pass and even things / loved ones you
lost. But if you look well enough, you’ll see that some really good, unplanned
and unexpected things also happened to you. Here are a few things you may consider doing
this season.
Count Your Blessings
Get a pen and paper and
write out all the good things that happened to you this year. And when you
finish, open your mouth and thank God for his goodness to you. Don’t forget to
include everyday blessings such as waking up daily, being alive, healthy and
sane, excellent health plus healing the times you felt down, provision,
appetite to eat etc. Because some people would give anything to be alive and
well right now but they aren’t cuz they’re already six feet below. Also include
the good things that happened to your loved ones; cuz their joy is your joy
too.
Appreciate those who made the year special
This season is most
definitely a season of thanksgiving and celebration. Remember everyone that
made the year special for you and appreciate them with words, actions and gifts
where you can. It’s not about how expensive the gift is, it’s about the love
and appreciation you’re expressing. If you have parents that are still alive,
treat them special this season. You don’t want to wake up one day regretting
not spending time with them or treating them special because they’re dead.
Make it special
As you make your bed, you
lie on it; as you choose to celebrate this season, so shall it be unto you. Take
advantage of all the positive programmes that are being held this season like
carols, drama nights, orchestra etc. Plan/go on a picnic with a few special
people. Fill the season with anything that brings laughter and joy.
Get Some Me Time: Spend Time Alone
Make time alone to
reflect on how the year has been and prayerfully position yourself for next
year. Commit what needs to be committed unto God and pause to listen for
directions from the HolySpirit.
Whatever you do this
season, don’t let anything or the lack of anything steal your joy or dampen
your spirit. Don’t do anything stupid or anything you will regret. The reason
for the season is God’s gift to our world – JESUS; not getting drunk and
misconduct. Xoxo
Got questions,
suggestions or private comments? Wanna reach me? Facing a relationship dilemma
and in need of counsel? I’m just an email away; email me on graceyokoye@yahoo.com
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