Mindful Monday: Choosing Joy for Yourself

There is so much magic this time of year! 

But it’s easy to get sucked into the hustle and bustle of it all. It’s easy to get jaded between the dreary days, ​the long to-do lists, and the crowds everywhere you go​; it’s not all just twinkle lights and jingle bells. Which is even more of a reason to choose joy for oursel​v​es. 

I challenge​ you​, this month especially, to schedule​ joy into your calendar. ​This time of year, we find ourselves pulled in many directions, making magic happen for others, and often stretching ourselves quite thin. ​However, even though this old adage may seem worn out, it still holds true- we must take the time to fill our own cup before we can begin to pour into others. Don't wait until the new year​ to fill your cup, you deserve joy now. 

Consider set​ting your alarm 10 minutes earlier so you can enjoy ​y​our favorite morning beverage ​i​n peace and quiet. ​Or maybe make a fun playlist​ of all your guilty pleasure songs for you to ​e​njoy on your way ​t​o work. Take the scenic route home and look at some Christmas lights​. ​Plan to meet up for dinner with your favorite people. Make time for the little things​. ​Make time for the things that are important to you. ​Make time for joy in your life​. ​