\u201cWe tend to forget that happiness doesn\u2019t come as a result of getting something we don\u2019t have, but rather recognizing and appreciating what we do have.\u201d -Frederick Conan\n Do the \u201cexpectations\u201d of the holidays sometime\u2019s bring you down? You aren't alone! We are inundated with commercials and TV shows/movies of the most perfect holidays, but let\u2019s be honest\u2026life happens.\n First, it\u2019s important to recognize and appreciate what is in you OWN home, right under your nose and secondly, if you do want more of that \u201ccommercial feel\u201d you need to plan for it. Planning some games and/or quality time is the perfect way to add more happiness to your home. Accepted or rejected, it doesn\u2019t matter! Haven't you always heard, \u201cit\u2019s the thought that counts?!\u201d\n Accepting everyone and anyone who joins you at the table this year, is a sure way to have the most perfect holiday. In fact, it is all of your differences, that make you a \u201cfamily.\u201d\n Let us not forget, \u201cIt\u2019s the most wonderful time of the year!\u201d\n In This Episode You Will Learn About: Thankfulness\n Expectations\n Acceptance\n Holiday chaos\n Being present\n Planning\n Resources: loriharder.com/challenge\n Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook. You can also see more at my website: LoriHarder.com