Dec 25 2024 19 mins
Join me, Coach Valerie, in this special Christmas episode of Special Needs Mom’s Circle of Strengthas I share insights on how reflection helps families celebrate both the small victories and significant milestones, fosters resilience, and strengthens emotional bonds. I’ll also share my family’s unique Christmas traditions, how we will incorporate reflection into our celebrations, and simple ways you can make reflection part of your holiday season as you pause, appreciate the journey, and create meaningful traditions.
Reflection isn’t just about looking back—it’s about finding balance, cultivating gratitude, and setting intentions for the future.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- How reflecting on small and big moments creates balance and perspective.
- Why celebrating progress—no matter how small—builds resilience and pride.
- Ways reflection strengthens family bonds and fosters emotional connection.
- Practical ideas for incorporating reflection into your family’s holiday traditions.
- How to use reflection to set intentions for a hopeful and purposeful new year.
Ideas to Try with Your Family:
- Holiday Journals: Create a journal to document favorite memories through writing or drawing.
- Memory Jars: Write down memorable moments throughout the year and revisit them together.
- Group Conversations: Share reflections or special memories during a meal or bedtime.
- Photo Reflections: Review photos from the year and reminisce about the moments they capture.
- Creative Keepsakes: Turn favorite photos into scrapbooks or slideshows to treasure as a family.
Key Takeaways:
- Reflection helps families acknowledge growth, celebrate accomplishments, and build gratitude.
- Sharing reflections fosters deeper connections and creates meaningful traditions.
- Small moments of joy, kindness, and connection are just as important as major milestones.
- Looking back helps families find hope, strength, and purpose as they move forward.
Closing Message:
As we wrap up this year and look ahead to 2025, remember that reflection is a gift. It’s not about perfection but about recognizing the love, effort, and dedication that shape your family’s journey.
Take time to celebrate the little wins, cherish the memories, and carry these moments with you into the new year. Thank you for joining me today. Wishing you a peaceful, reflective holiday season and a New Year filled with growth, hope, and love.
And as always, Live with Intention – Embrace the Journey.
Connect with me:
Valerie's Links: https://bit.ly/3RL0da2
Music Acknowledgement: Audio Coffee - Denys Kyshchuk
Editor: Scott Arbeau
Link for book: The S.H.I.N.E. Principle: The special needs mom's path to strength, hope and happiness by Valerie Arbeau
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0CW18ZXGX (Canada)
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Learn more about your ho
Here's a community for special needs moms to share, uplift and learn from each other...
https://www.facebook.com/groups/specialneedsmomscircleofstrength
Learn more about your host at:
https://coachingwithvalerieanne.com/