An idea that has become popular with gift-giving is "something you want, something you need, something to wear, something to read". This is a great way to set limits, avoid overspending, and give gifts that the recipient truly would enjoy rather than a bunch of small things they like. It's quality over quantity. It's boundaries.
How can we apply this idea to the rest of the year? One way is to prioritize the "big things" and focus on those areas rather than getting caught up in the more minor aspects of daily life. Think of four categories that can be your mantra for gauging your day's success. At school, it could be "something to glow, something to share, something to build, show someone you care," or at home, it might be "some way to love, something to see, some way to relax, something to clean."
Whatever your mantra, the goal is to focus on the big things and practice putting boundaries in place so your focus isn't shifted.
We hope you get some time over the break to rest, relax, and focus on the areas that mean the most.
