This will be short and sweet. I have tried really really hard to be aware of my triggers. At the job that I work at, we call it shark music. When we start to hear the shark music, we have to prepare our brains and hearts to just calm down and look at it logically. What is happening now? Do I have to stop and take that deep breath?

We also have to be aware that others have their own shark music. Their own traumas that they may be recovering from. So not only do we have to care for ourselves, we have to remember to care for others. At the moment of the pain it seems that only you can feel it. Often the person you are talking to is reacting to their own traumas that they too are trying to recover from.

Patience with yourself and patience with your family and friends will work you towards a positive result.

So as you gather with family and friends, coworkers and neighbors, remember that we each are in our own space. We are each trying to get through sometimes a very difficult season. Remember to take the deep breath and be thankful for everything we have. Remember to say a prayer for those in pain. Remember, it is better to give than to receive. Happy holidays to everyone.

May I be safe. May I be healthy. May I be happy. May I live with ease.