I realise that I’ve been away for a bit, but I’ve been absolutely overwhelmed with a good number of things. Recently, my therapist asked me to explain it to her.
“Put it into words for me,” she said, “Paint me a picture.” So, I did with these words: Think about your worst Christmas shopping experience ever … all of the people, the hustle and bustle, the rudeness, the lack of any happiness from those around you … that’s my overwhelmed, I told her.
I haven’t been spinning out of control nor have I been unhappy, but just overwhelmed by so many things that I have -truly – no control over whatsoever. The lack of control, for me, is a feeling of helplessness — a feeling I loathe beyond measure.
That helplessness is what overwhelms me; however, throughout my journey back to my full-time happiness, I’ve learned one thing that has helped more than all: KEEP CALM.
Of course, some of you are now rolling your eyes; however, I can tell you — that old World War II British PR campaign — truly, truly is therapy on a poster. It did help keep London and an entire nation focused — and that’s the most important thing when you’re feeling helpless/overwhelmed – to stay focused. That’s what, ultimately, brings you through those moments in time.
And so, my advice to everyone, everywhere overwhelmed by situations that just seem to seize control — just remember your happiness and always, always remember to:
Speaking of Christmas … it’s my favourite time of the year because I love lights, decorations and the loads of happiness it brings me. For the longest time, I was opposed to giving gift cards, but as of late, I’ve discovered the same wide-mouthed “wows” and smiles are brought about by those little plastic, ‘use-it-once’ gifts.
So, for some I buy little presents, but for many — it’s the gift card with a note attached that says: Please post me an email, a card to let me know how you like your present. I thought, in the past, that there was no thought or meaning behind giving a gift card; however, my niece said to me at some point, “I can buy what I want to buy and that will make me happy.”
That set me to thinking that gift giving is about making one happy … and so, gift cards became a part of my gift giving; however, I always try to purchase at least one gift that I’ve put thought into to go along with the plastic card! 🙂
And now, I intend to shower you all with a collection of Christmas / Hanukkah pictures because ’tis the season to do so and I love pictures … So, put on some Christmas music and enjoy this barrage of happiness covered in lights and maybe even a little tinsel …
The grandest Christmas tree ever at Rockefeller Centre. 🙂
I love Penguins anyway, but seriously — how could anyone NOT love them dressed up as Santa Claus?!?!
This is Cartier, on 5th Avenue, all wrapped up for Christmas! One of my favourite store decorations!
Christmas and Hanukkah … it’s that time of the year! 🙂
Christmas decorations in NYC are always the best … you can feel Christmas everywhere you travel in the city!
It’s official name … Holly Jolly Christmas Candy Cane Cake. 🙂 Present forks!
Good friends make the holidays so much better …
Ahhhhhh, a warm Mocha Latte will life the spirits of all! 🙂
So excited for Hanukkah to start on 8 December … As Adam Sandler calls it … “Eight Crazy Nights” 🙂
Lighting the Menorah … more than the meals and gifts – Hanukkah is a reminder of the miracles bestowed upon the Jewish people.
Sweet treats!
And although we know that the birth of Christ didn’t happen during this time of the year, it’s a symbolic time for Christians who celebrate the greatest gift ever given to humankind …
And that’s it at this moment in time … now that things are back to normal – whatever that is – you should expect posts — miraculous posts back on schedule! 🙂 I do hope everyone is going well at this season! Happy Hanukkah to all as we ready ourselves for Saturday! 🙂
Shalom,
My So-Called Life. 