Navigating Challenging Times at Year's End

Key points

Our children learn from how we navigate challenging times, even at year's end.

When we get lost in our fantasies and stories of what 'should' be we often complicate our lives.

Practicing both patience and letting go of stories, we more easily connect with our own values and intentions.

Traits like kindness, gratitude, and patience improves our own lives, and our children's too.

As we find ourselves at year's end once again, many of us may feel as though life is teetering on the edge. This sense of instability can stem from personal upheaval, the chaos and unpredictability of the world around us, or the relentless swirl of expectations that accompany this time of year.

In moments we feel shaken and off balance, we risk losing touch with our own best intentions and wisdom