Keeping the COVID Grinch Away This Christmas

“Once in our world, a stable had something in it that was bigger than our whole world.” -C.S. Lewis

This is undoubtedly going to be a Holiday Season to remember! Sadly, the stress caused by the COVID-19 pandemic is casting its gloomy clouds over the Christmas Season. The combination of pandemic fatigue combined with the holiday season is a highly stressful time for people. Added to that colder weather, and other factors all create a perfect storm, if you will, for things to go from bad to worse.

As I reflect on the meaning of Christmas, I am reminded that the Gospel stories of the birth of Christ took place in a time of great crisis in the nation of Israel. Joseph and Mary, who were expecting any day, were forced by the Roman government to travel from Nazareth to Bethlehem to be counted in a census. Upon arriving, they had to settle for less than usual housing arrangements.

Pretty tough times.

With that story in mind, let’s look at some things we can do rot make the best of the situation we find ourselves in.

Here are some tips for a happier holiday season.

Practice Self-Care, Self-compassion.

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